Digging in

Laying the groundwork for glory by Emily Green, Los Angeles Times, Thursday, October 2, Page F9, (Free LA Times Registration required) is a great look at what you need to do to improve the soil in any garden, with a specific look at the soils of Los Angeles.

I have needed to do this exact thing in my garden for a long time, but simply couldn't bring myself to face the work invovled. When we moved in 7 years ago, I did amend the back shade garden, but it looks like it needs more.

The article also lists 4 areas in Los Angeles where you can pick up free compost, courtesy of LA County.