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Can I use a garden fork for breaking compacted soil in my native plant garden?

I’ve been working on establishing a native plant garden in my backyard in a rural area, but I’ve noticed that the soil is pretty compacted. I’ve tried...

What signs indicate that my cactus mix soil is too compact?

In my Miami garden, I've been growing a beautiful collection of cacti in cactus mix soil for several years now. Recently, I've started observing some ...

How do I know if my cactus soil is too compacted?

Living in a city, I really cherish every bit of green I can bring indoors. I've been focusing on a few adorable cacti, and I've noticed that they don’...

How do I maintain soil aeration in cactus pots long-term?

My gardening experience has taught me the importance of good soil aeration, especially for cacti. I’ve successfully grown several varieties in pots, b...

What Signs Indicate My Seed Starting Mix is Too Compacted?

I'm quite detail-oriented when it comes to my gardening practices, and I've been noticing that some of my seedlings aren't growing as vigorously as I'...

What should I do if my raised bed soil is compacting?

I've been enjoying my herb garden in my raised bed, but I've noticed the soil seems to be compacting quite a bit. I’m in Toronto, and the winter weath...