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

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

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

Get to know its type, texture and pH and your plants will live their best lives!

Nick Hamilton explains why getting to know your garden’s sun, soil and shade situation will better help plants thrive

Not every gardener would look at a plot dominated by an impassable slope and think, ‘I can do something with this’, but Ruth Howell is one of them. In 2008, she and husband Peter, both professionals i