Chalky soil suits plants that like alkaline and free-draining conditions, and aren't bothered by drought or growing in nutrient-poor soils. Think of plants that thrive in dry summers as this is a ...

Kenyan fig trees can literally turn parts of themselves to stone, using microbes to convert internal crystals into ...

Some species of fig trees store calcium carbonate in their trunks—essentially turning themselves (partially) into stone, new ...

Farmer-led initiative to create vital nature network across Kent's diverse landscapes. Project contributes to government's ...

Lavender, Stonecrop and Rock Rose are among the best plants for your garden that can thrive in poor-quality soil ...

Chapel Down has revealed its new 119-acre vineyard on the Kent Downs, benefitting from "exceptional" chalk soils and south-facing slopes for extended sunshine hours.

Chapel Down has revealed its new 119-acre vineyard on the Kent Downs, benefitting from "exceptional" chalk soils and south-facing slopes for extended sunshine hours.

Top 10 plants that can thrive in poor-quality soil Rudbeckia hirta (Black-eyed Susan) Rudbeckia hirta, commonly known as Black-eyed Susan, is a plant suitable for dry, low-fertility soils. Its ...

Top 10 plants that can thrive in poor-quality soil Rudbeckia hirta (Black-eyed Susan) Rudbeckia hirta, commonly known as Black-eyed Susan, is a plant suitable for dry, low-fertility soils. Its ...

Top 10 plants that can thrive in poor-quality soil Rudbeckia hirta (Black-eyed Susan) Rudbeckia hirta, commonly known as Black-eyed Susan, is a plant suitable for dry, low-fertility soils. Its ...