Discover why healthy soil is the foundation of a successful garden. This presentation introduces the physical, chemical, and biological factors that influence soil function, including soil organic matter and the soil food web. Learn how to assess the health of your garden soil and use test results to guide improvements. To wrap up, you’ll explore a menu of practical techniques to build and protect soil health. Joel Leak has been a Master Gardener since 2001 and has been gardening for over 50 years. He teaches Adult Education classes in vegetable gardening, fruit trees, herbs, and growing berries. He maintains a vegetable garden, orchard, and grows berries at his home in Falmouth. Tuesday, 9/29, 6:30pm-8:00pm, GMS, $45