Beneath the urban landscapes of California lies a diverse ecosystem, teeming with invertebrates and microbes. Soil acts as a carbon sink, filters water and provides essential nutrients to plants.

New research shows how agrivoltaic systems can reshape soil by altering moisture, temperature, and microbial activity, creating heterogeneous zones under and between panels. Proper design and ...

If water can’t leave the roofline, it will find its way into your foundation through saturated soil and persistent pooling.

The plants capture and store carbon in the soil, promote healthy soil by preventing compaction and can make the air cooler on rooftops and patios, according to Ellen Comeau, who chairs the advisory ...

Waterlogged soil typically needs several weeks of predominantly dry weather to start to recover its equilibrium ...

For Stef Ruiter, autonomy is not about replacing labour. It is about timing, soil health and long-term resilience. After ...

We have two freestanding plastic composters in our home garden so we can do our small part in reducing waste going to a ...

This is an affordable, simple first step toward a lawn you'll be proud of.

New research shows how agrivoltaic systems can reshape soil by altering moisture, temperature, and microbial activity, creating heterogeneous zones under and between panels. Proper design and ...

Gardeners are using fewer chemicals than ever, but that doesn’t mean fertilizers are unsafe. Here’s how to balance organic methods and soil health.