There are many different types of garden soil, and they all have their pros and cons. One of the more challenging soil types to work with is clay. While clay soil contains many nutrients plants need ...

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, ...

I would like to improve the heavy clay soil in my vegetable garden. A friend suggested that I rototill several inches of sand to improve the drainage. Is that a good way to improve clay soil?

If your plants are saying "nay" to the clay soil that surrounds them, it's time for a garden refresh. Soil that has too much clay in it makes it difficult for plants to grow to their fullest potential ...

I recently got a question from a reader about where to get good soil and compost. Part of her request was for “organic” soil and compost. The Spokane region is home to a wide variety of soils ...

CORVALLIS – Adding organic matter is the best way to improve nearly all kinds of soils. If you’re unsure if your soil needs amendments, take note if it dries and cracks in summer, drains slowly or is ...

Q: I really want to grow potatoes but I get poor yields and they always come out small and weirdly shaped. I was thinking this was because the soil in my yard is clay, but I tried adding a couple bags ...

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 ...