Mother Earth spends centuries creating her masterpieces. Here’s how you can work with Mother Earth instead of against her. 1. Open and aerate the soil Move anything you want to plant elsewhere. Pull out any weeds, spent flowers or vegetables, and toss them onto the bed you are creating. It’s called the “Chop and Drop” method. It is Mother Nature’s way of composting. These garden scraps feed the soil and add structure, too. Stick your broadfork into the soil and gently lift. I

It may come as a surprise, but digging or tilling your garden is not necessary, and it could actually hurt the soil community. Why you shouldn’t dig The soil is not just “dirt!” The complex ecosystem of your soil is filled with diverse life, including bacteria, fungi, protozoa, algae, nematodes, and invertebrates. In fact, your soil is more abundant with life and more complex than ecosystems above ground. There are about 50 billion microbes in 1 tablespoon of soil. That’s a l

It’s not just dirt! Your soil is alive and the foundation of every lawn, garden, and woodland. It is filled with Mother Earth's Soul, an