Garden 101: Soil Health

Filmed at the Unity Gardens in South Bend, Indiana on January 15th, 2025.
Description: Emily Haluda, the Education Coordinator with Unity Gardens, discussed the importance of soil composition and its impact on plant growth, emphasizing the role of living organisms and the need for soil conservation. They also introduced various resources and guides related to soil and agriculture, including the US Geological Survey's GIS maps, the Xerces Society, and the Natural Resources Conservation Service. The conversation ended with a discussion on the benefits of soil diversity, the potential risks of over-fertilizing, and the importance of maintaining soil health.