Soil Builder™ in the press

We’re honoured to have Soil Builder™ featured in these publications by leading landscapers. These articles highlight the principles we stand by – from soil-first design to regenerative gardening and natural landscapes.

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Natural Connection
by Heidi Bertish. Originally published by House & Garden, May/June 2023

Modern wooden house surrounded by a lush garden and mountain scenery, with outdoor seating area and pathway.
Landscaped garden with patio furniture, a gravel path, lush greenery, rocks, and a pond under a clear sky.
Magazine layout featuring landscape design with garden images and text. Images show diverse plants, outdoor seating, and natural views. Text discusses sustainable gardening practices and design philosophy.
A lush garden landscape with a wooden walkway bordered by vibrant vegetation and flowers. A modern, wood-accented house is partially visible in the background. Pathways wind through the garden, surrounded by diverse plant life and stone elements.

The Nature of the Land
Originally published in SCAPE, August 2024

Woman lying in water surrounded by plants with text "The Nature of the Land."
Magazine page discussing sustainable landscaping featuring a photo of young plant growth in mulch, and a landscape technologist's recommendations for gardening practices.
Magazine spread discussing natural gardening, featuring images of a hand in water, a tree's cross-section, and green plants with pea pods. Text highlights principles of natural gardening focused on nourishing life and fostering ecosystem health.

A Dynamic Coastal Garden
by Cecile Greyling ( Photographs Henrique Wilding). Originally published in HOME YARD, 2021

Side-by-side images of a coastal garden, with the left showing an old turquoise gate with peeling paint and the right showing the same garden viewed through the gate, featuring white buildings, lush greenery, and trees. The right image includes overlay text: 'A DYNAMIC coastal GARDEN' and a paragraph about transforming Kommetjie haven into ecological soil using designer Arlo Mitchell's recipe. The bottom left corner has a small black-and-white inset labeled 'Before' showing the garden area prior to transformation.
A landscaped backyard featuring a garden with colorful plants, a swimming pool, outdoor seating with cushions, and a view of the ocean horizon. There is a smaller inset photo showing a black and white view of an unpaved area with a leafless tree, labeled "Before."
Landscape garden with a modern patio, featuring diverse plants, a sculpture of a girl, swimming pool, and seating area. The garden includes gum sleepers and pink sea thrift flowers, emphasizing privacy and ecological design.
Collage of garden landscaping featuring various plants, including stonecrop, agave, and gum sleepers with creeping mazus. Text describes plant care, soil preparation, and a plant list. Images include vibrant gardens with drought-tolerant plants, colorful flowers, and a crane lifting a tree over a property.

An Untamed Spirit Sculpted
by Cecile Greyling ( Photographs Henrique Wilding). Originally published in HOME YARD, 2021

Modern house with glass and wooden exterior nestled in lush green hills, featuring an outdoor dining area and landscaped garden with flowers and a small seating area under an umbrella.
Magazine layout featuring garden design with wooden house, pathways, and landscaping; text about water management strategy and sustainable gardening.
Magazine spread featuring a landscaped garden design project with text describing the location, design philosophy, and team. The right page shows a garden area with greenery, rocks, a fire pit, and cylindrical stools on gravel. Left page has text about the project and a water feature photo.

From the Ground Up: The Importance of Good Soil
by Megan Mackensie. Originally published online on the Daily Maverick, Feb 2021

A digital article from Daily Maverick titled "From the ground up: The importance of good soil" with photos of a plant seedling and cultivated soil in a field.
Gardening article featuring images of garden landscapes and soil mix. Photography illustrates lush floral gardens alongside paths, and a burlap-wrapped soil inoculant ball. Text discusses soil revitalization practices, beneficial microorganisms, and garden maintenance advice, with contact information for Arlo Mitchell of Soil Builder.