Nickõs secret garden

HAVE you ever taken a close look at your soil? I mean, a really close look? And if not, why not? Soil, compost, dirt, earth – whatever you want to call it, it’s often overlooked, and yet it’s one of t

Soils are the world’s most pervasive ecosystems, and arguably its most complex and important. They’re home to more than half the planet’s species. But they’re also one of the ecosystems we know the le

Andrew Jackson explains how damaged soil can be brought back to life with gentle nurturing and time

How much attention do you pay to the soil – its chemical health and nutrient status – in your horse’s field? Emily Bevan finds out why your soil should look like chocolate cake rather than brownie

Turn a shady corner into a lush, wildlife-rich woodland garden this April by working with nature

Raised beds are often recommended for growing vegetables on heavy clay soil, as they improve drainage and allow you to control the soil conditions. I don’t have clay soil, but I do find them easier fo