Colder weather continues lingering in our area and will be around for at least two more weeks, according to several 30-day weather forecast sites! Spring could be near at hand, as a couple extended ...

If you’ve ever tried to grow a lush lawn in clay soil, you know it’s not the most forgiving terrain. This soil type is dense, tends to retain water, and can quickly compact, which makes it a challenge ...

If you live on a property with clay soil, then you know how hard it is to grow a lush lawn. The compact structure of this soil type makes it difficult for roots to grow and robs grass of the oxygen, ...

Discover the trick to amending dense clay soil with landscape designer Leah Churner. What’s the trick to amend dense clay soil? Landscape designer Leah Churner explains how compost, leaf mold and ...

There are many different types of garden soil, and they all have their pros and cons. One of the more challenging soil types to work with is clay. While clay soil contains many nutrients plants need ...

Are you dreaming of having fresh apples, cherries, or peaches straight from your own yard? Before you run out and buy that bare-root pink lady apple sapling, you need to take a look at your soil. One ...

If you live in Marin, chances are you have clay soil. Don’t fret; clay soil is more promising than it is cracked up to be. Clay soil retains more water and holds more mineral nutrients than sandy ...

Here’s why soil testing is essential: 1. Nutrient Deficiencies: A soil test reveals the nutrient levels in your garden, ...