In this video, I show you a new tool I use to break up clay and compacted soil called the Prong. I also show how to improve the clay soil and plant a fruit tree to give it the best chance of growing ...

Close-up of a man's hands holding wet fertile soil. - Elena Medoks/Getty Images You've probably read countless guides to improve heavy clay soil in your garden. You've even followed the steps exactly, ...

If you’ve ever tried to grow a lush lawn in clay soil, you know it’s not the most forgiving terrain. This soil type is dense, tends to retain water, and can quickly compact, which makes it a challenge ...

Question: We want to plant five fastigiata (upright blue spruce) in an area with heavily compacted soil with large percentage of clay content in the soil. The soil essentially feels and handles like ...

Clay soil can be difficult for gardeners to work with because it is slow-draining and compacts easily, causing plants to suffer from root rot and other fungal diseases. While some plants can thrive in ...

Q: We have had three years of poor fruit production from our apricot and plum trees. We were planning to plant more fruit trees this year. What would you advise us to do to get better fruit? We live ...