Alum’s ability to enhance water retention in soil is another key benefit for plants. Soils treated with alum can hold water more effectively, reducing the need for frequent watering. This is particularly beneficial during dry spells or in arid regions where water conservation is essential. By re...
Addition of biochar into a soil changes its water retention properties by modifying soil textural and structural properties. In addition, internal micrometer-scale porosity that is able to directly store readily plant available water affects soil water retention properties. This study shows how precise...
Choosing the right place for your outdoor plants can make or break your grow. Look for a location that gets at least six hours of direct sunlight and has well-draining soil. Water retention should be balanced—too much or too little can affect growth. It’s also important to protect your...
Globally, 20% of soils are salt-affected, and this figure is projected to increase by 30% by the end of 2050 [4]. Soil salinity has both natural and anthropogenic causes [5]. Salt deposits, sea depositions, and saline water present in soil are major natural causes of SS; however, ...
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In a nutshell, soil aggregate management is fundamental to climate resilience and agricultural sustainability. Through the adoption of conservation agriculture practices, smallholder farmers can significantly improve soil health, enhance water andnutrient retention, and increase crop resilience to climate stress...
By switching to dry landscaping, you cancut your irrigation needs by 50%. Installing efficient irrigation, using mulch and incorporating drought-tolerant plants all reduce water usage for your yard. Plus, when you replace your lawn with turf alternatives, you canincrease your return on investment ...
In addition to concerns over the release of toxic chemicals into the environment, there may also be land use concerns over flax production. Specifically, most cultivation processes used to grow flax degrade soil, which can lead to soil erosion and expansion of agricultural lands into neighboring wi...
How can I make my soil tilth? Soil should be covered year-round by crops, mulches, or cover crops to prevent compaction and erosion by heavy rains and winds. Another strategy for improving both tilth and fertility is to increase soil organic matter (SOM) byadding compost or manure and by...
This premium plant mix, carefully hand-mixed with wood bark, pumice, and Sphagnum peat moss promotes healthy root growth and preventsroot rot. Perfect for all indoor plants, this small batch mix is designed to increase air access, avoid common soil issues, and can be used in soil or semi-...