Encourages microbiological activity for long-term benefits.

A research team from the Aerospace Information Research Institute (AIR) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has developed a ...

This method of digging is suitable for cleaning the soil surface of any debris and non-persistent weeds. This is often the best option for working with irregularly-shaped beds or around existing ...

This parent material is relatively close to soil surface, allowing for more calcium to be available in the topsoil. The only way to determine the pH of a particular soil is to test the soil.

Beds and borders can quickly dry out or be taken over by weeds. Using a layer of mulch across the soil surface can prevent this. Follow our guide to mulching, an essential garden technique.