Healthy soil is the foundation of every successful landscape, garden, and farm—but it is also one of the most overlooked components. Across the Pacific Northwest and beyond, soils are becoming increasingly depleted, compacted, and imbalanced, making it harder for...
Compost, Mulch, and Microclimates: Sustainable Tools to Successfully Overwinter Your Garden Winter in the Pacific Northwest brings a mix of heavy rain, fluctuating temperatures, brisk winds, and sudden frosts—conditions that can stress even the more durable...
Unless you’re working in your garden, you are likely not thinking about soil health, but healthy soil is critical for a healthy planet and healthy population. About 95% of the food we eat is grown in soil. Topsoil plays a vital role in carbon sequestration, filtering...
The dog days of summer are the perfect time to plan ahead, not just for cooler temperatures but for future harvests! From soil prep and plant selection to crop rotation and cover crops, there’s plenty you can do now to benefit your PNW garden for fall and spring. And...
Our soil health faces challenges that impact everything from wildlife and waterways to the air we breathe. Deforestation, urbanization, farming practices, and other human actions contribute to soil degradation, endangering our planet and its atmosphere. However, a...
As the leaves turn vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow, and the crisp autumn air settles in, we’re reminded that it’s time to tackle some seasonal property maintenance. While raking leaves and trimming back branches may not be the most exciting fall activities,...
