If you’re getting snowfall instead of rainfall, your lawn is still getting moisture. Snow helps grass retain moisture and it ...

The capacity of soil to regulate the terrestrial freshwater supply is a fundamental ecosystem service. Water percolating through soil is filtered, stored for plant utilization, and redistributed ...

Hint: the answer is crystal clear. Water crystals are polymer-based crystals that absorb and slowly release water, acting like tiny sponges in the soil. They’re especially useful in containers, raised ...

Ever notice your houseplants look a little different as the seasons shift? When winter rolls in, your plants slow down, and ...

Coffee grounds can provide some nutrients and improve the texture of soil. Learn how coffee grounds can benefit ten plants in ...

Learn how gypsum improves soil structure, water flow and nutrient balance, helping your fields stay strong and productive.

A new study of European beech trees reveals that their root systems respond more to short-term changes in soil water than to ...

Prairie strips can improve measures of soil health faster than expected, according to new research by Iowa State University ...

Ever wonder if your garden is thriving more than you realize? Sometimes, the best clues are right under your feet.

Well-draining soil will dry out faster than denser types. While money trees don’t like soggy soil, they do like some moisture ...

North Dakota State University Extension will hold its 2026 Soil Water Workshop on Jan. 21, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Fargodome in Fargo.