Tag: Soil improvement

In traditional medicine in Central Asia and Iran, Russian olive fruit has been used as a remedy for various ailments for centuries. Though often considered an invasive pest in North America, modern research and historical applications reveal several uses and benefits, from its fruit's high nutritional value to its ecological roles.

The fast-growing river tamarind tree, scientifically named *Leucaena leucocephala*, has been lauded as a “miracle tree” for decades due to its multitude of applications and resilience. The benefits of the river tamarind tree span across environmental, agricultural, and economic sectors, offering a sustainable resource for many communities worldwide.

According to agricultural studies, seaweed extracts like liquid kelp can significantly increase crop yields by stimulating plant growth and enhancing stress tolerance. But what does liquid kelp do, specifically, to achieve these impressive results in gardens and on a larger scale?

Fallen leaves can account for up to 80 percent of the nutrients used by trees within a forest, providing a crucial, natural feedback loop. This powerful ecosystem cycle leads many home gardeners to ask: **Do dead leaves still have nutrients?**