Organic matter

  • How-To

    Put the Life Back Into Your Soil

    For many decades, soil science focused on the physical and chemical properties of the earth beneath our feet. Researchers explored the importance of key plant nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium,…

  • How-To

    Improving Clay Soils

    Dump on the organic matter, work it in over time, then leave well enough alone

  • If rainbow colors are your thing, plant some bell peppers. You can get a color burst of peppers from one variety. 'Islander' is a chameleon, turning green, yellow, purple, orange, and red. Photo/Illustration: Boyd Hagen
    How-To

    How to Grow Bell Peppers

    Sweet peppers offer a summer finale to savor.