Q: The soil in my community garden plot is heavy clay. A neighboring gardener suggested adding leaf mulch and sand to improve its texture. How much sand and leaves should I add to attain a plot that ...

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 ...

Add as much organic material to your heavy clay soil as possible to help it return to its native state. Then you’ll have a better chance to grow healthy, lovely plants such as these SunPatiens. Adele ...

As any avid gardener knows, having the right soil in your garden is one of the most important steps in achieving healthy plant growth. Unfortunately, homeowners with heavy clay soil in their yards ...

Fireplace ash is alkaline, which means it can help neutralize acidic soils. If your soil is too acidic, adding ash can bring ...

Learn how to make your garden's fruit trees thrive, even in stubborn clay soil! In this video, we uncover effective ...

In my most recent column I talked about plants that could thrive in heavy clay soil. In this column, I will provide you with tips on how to make that soil more hospitable. How to amend clay soil Soil, ...

Close-up of a man's hands holding wet fertile soil. - Elena Medoks/Getty Images You've probably read countless guides to improve heavy clay soil in your garden. You've even followed the steps exactly, ...

Q:I just interviewed a gardener to work in my garden and she didn't believe in amending the soil - ever. Her school taught that one only covers the existing soil in heavy redwood mulch; it breaks down ...

Brazos Valley gardeners who plant directly into their mineral soil (as opposed to raised beds) know very well the ups and downs of clay soil. Clay soil holds nutrients better than sandy or silty soils ...