In the building of hardscapes, such as parking lots, sidewalks or outdoor patios, due consideration of trees in the landscape is needed to prevent damage or even death. Robert Kourik offers some guidelines to allow for the adequate space needed for root growth near hardscape areas.

Robert Kourik reveals how to improve the soil during the winter without digging by using sheet composting. Sheet composting refers to the use of thin layers of compostable material laid out over the soil like a thick mulch.