How to Fix Compacted Soil Without Renting Equipment

A shovel should slide into healthy soil with satisfying ease. When the blade bounces back like it just struck concrete, the ...
Orange County Register

Gardening: Building a compost pile, planting roses and fertilizing ferns

Five things to do in the garden this week: 1. Build a compost pile as you would craft a lasagna. Construct the pile by alternating 2-inch layers of brown (dead leaves, wood chips, straw) and green ...
The New York Times

Composting Bin Dos and Don’ts: Can Your Building Restrict Your Access?

Every building is different. What to do with internal trash and recycling storage are up to the residents and managers. By Jill Terreri Ramos Q: The management company for my New York City co-op is ...