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The Simplicity of Soil Science

An Actionable Beginner's Guide to Healthy Soil, Abundant Harvests, and Sustainable Practices- From Balcony to Backyard Farms

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The Simplicity of Soil Science

By: Dawning Gayle
Narrated by: Tyler Wallace
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Are you struggling with understanding the soil types in your garden? Do you wish to see vibrant plant growth but feel overwhelmed by composting and sustainable gardening practices? Are you uncertain about how to effectively implement no-till gardening in limited spaces? Concerned about time constraints or overwhelmed by scientific jargon?

If these questions resonate with you, you're not alone.

Beginner gardeners often find themselves confused and frustrated when it comes to enhancing soil health for healthier plants— Don’t be discouraged—soil success starts with the right knowledge. With clear guidance, even first-time gardeners can build healthy soil and grow a vibrant, year-round gardens!

Introducing, The Simplicity of Soil Science!

This book simplifies essential soil concepts into clear, practical steps that fit easily into even the busiest routines. Whether you're working with a backyard or a small balcony, these adaptable techniques will support your path to sustainable gardening success.

Here’s an inside look at some of the insights, strategies, and practical applications this book provides:

Easy-to-follow steps for correctly identifying and understanding your garden's soil type

Identify signs of unhealthy soil and how to address them for vibrant plant growth

How to master composting, even in small spaces using innovative techniques

Discover organic amendments to boost vegetable yields sustainably

An eye-opening guide to microorganisms and their essential role in soil vitality

Simple and effective soil testing methods to track your progress

How to boost soil fertility without resorting to chemicals

The importance of the Soil Food Web, explained in simple terms

The magic of no-till gardening for enhancing soil health and saving time

A step-by-step plan for establishing thriving raised beds and container gardens

Tips for seamlessly integrating eco-friendly methods into your gardening routine

Expert-approved strategies for long-lasting soil management

©2025 Dawning Morton (P)2025 Dawning Morton
Gardening & Horticulture Sustainable & Green Living Gardening
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I used to just throw compost around and hope for the best. After listening to this, I figured out what my soil was missing and how to fix it. No fluff, just useful tips I could actually do, even in my small raised bed. I’ve already seen better growth this season. Felt like getting solid advice from someone who’s been there.

helped me stop guessing and start growing

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The Simplicity of Soil Science is a fantastic beginner’s guide for anyone wanting to grow healthier plants and improve their soil. I've been gardening for years, and I learned so many things from this book. It explains how to improve soil using practical methods. I loved the sections on using natural amendments and composting. This guide taught me to build more fertile soil and produce a better harvest. It’s a must-read for gardeners who care about growing great food!

A great guide!

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I never thought soil could be this interesting until I listened to this audiobook. It breaks down the basics in a way that actually makes sense, whether you’ve got a tiny balcony or a big backyard. The advice feels practical and doable no complicated jargon, just real steps you can take. After following some tips, my plants look healthier and my little garden feels more alive. If you want to grow without guessing, this is a solid pick.

Digging Into Soil Science Made Easy

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If you're interested in soil science, this book is for you. This topic usually sounds intimidating but this book makes it feel totally approachable and even fun. Dawning Gayle explains things in a clear way, with a focus on what actually matters for growing healthy plants and better harvests. Whether you're working with a few pots on a balcony, raised beds or a full garden, the advice is practical and easy to apply. I also loved the emphasis on sustainable practices. It’s a great guide if you’re just starting out and want to understand your soil without getting lost in technical terms.

Super Helpful for Beginners

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This whole topic is so unique and as an old ag student from UCD I really appreciated the topic and how easy it was to follow along. It’s an excellent introduction for beginners who want to understand how soil health directly affects our food, environment, and wellbeing.

What I loved most is how practical and empowering it is. Whether you’re working with a few pots on a balcony or tending a backyard garden, this audiobook offers real, science-backed guidance you can use right away.

I would absolutely recommend this to anyone interested in mindful living, sustainability, or simply growing better food.

This was a valuable listen that connects science, simplicity, and stewardship.

How wonderfully unique, timely and needed!

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This audiobook gave me the confidence and inspiration that I needed to get my backyard garden primed and ready for growing healthier plants. I appreciated the easy-to-follow tips on composting and using organic materials and I am anticipating a bountiful harvest!

Gardening Made Simple

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I am not the best at planting and everything I plant never grows, and as I suspected Ive been doing everything wrong. If you have no clue on what you’re doing this book will help you start, mantain and get great results from your gardening.

Recommend

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I’m new to gardening and always felt confused about soil stuff. This audiobook made it really easy to understand. It explained things in simple terms without using too much science talk. I liked the parts about composting in small spaces and how to test soil without needing a bunch of tools. I’ve already started improving my raised bed, and my plants are looking better. It made me feel like I can actually do this.

Took the stress out of gardening

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I thought I knew about soil science, but this book takes it too a whole new level. This book covers soil health, soil types, fertilizing, watering and sustainable gardening practices. It includes complete coverage of microorganisms and why they are good, and how to encourage and maintain them. I recommend this book for anyone already gardening and those who are thinking about it.

Very Good Book about Soil Science

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I grabbed this audiobook because I was frustrated trying to get anything to grow in my tiny raised beds. I knew the problem had to be the soil, but everything I found online felt too technical or time-consuming. This book broke things down in a way that actually made sense. I learned how to test and improve my soil without fancy tools, and even started composting in a small container. The no-till tips were super doable, even with my limited space. It gave me a solid foundation without the overwhelm.

Farming starting to make sense for me

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