How to make your own seed-starting mix.
This unseen underground community is key to the vitality and fruitfulness of our gardens.
Sage advice from our founder, J.I. Rodale.
Mycorrhizal fungi could be the secret ingredient to making the perfect soil.
What does it mean to be an organic gardener?
A simple recipe to give your soil and plants a little boost.
What is pH and how does it affect your plants?
Adding organic matter to soil may be the key to unlocking your garden's full potential.
Manure makes a great soil conditioner and compost ingredient.
Clover is the secret to having a healthy lawn without chemicals.
How soon is too soon get started in the spring?
Crops grow better in the deep, loose, fertile soil of raised beds.
Consider the environmental costs of using it.
How can I amend alkaline soil?
Our guide to common nutrient deficiencies -- and how to fix the problem organically.
Do plants grow best in alkaline or acid soil?
Improve your soil, prevent disease, mulch your plants, and enhance your compost with this powerhouse of a plant.
How to control the problem
Which mulch materials are best for your garden’s needs?
Step-by-step instructions for creating the deep, loose soil your plants desire.
