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The Formation of Vegetable Mould Through the Action of Worms With Observations of Their Habits
Book • 2002
In this book, Charles Darwin explores the significant role that earthworms play in the development and transformation of soil.
He details their habits, behaviors, and the complex biological processes involved in creating vegetable mould—a fertile top layer of earth that supports plant growth.
Darwin discusses how worms contribute to soil health through their continuous cycle of castings, which enrich the soil and impact land fertility over time.
The book also covers their role in decomposition of rocks, gradual denudation of the land, preservation of archaeological remains, and improving soil conditions for plant growth.
He details their habits, behaviors, and the complex biological processes involved in creating vegetable mould—a fertile top layer of earth that supports plant growth.
Darwin discusses how worms contribute to soil health through their continuous cycle of castings, which enrich the soil and impact land fertility over time.
The book also covers their role in decomposition of rocks, gradual denudation of the land, preservation of archaeological remains, and improving soil conditions for plant growth.
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Mentioned by Speaker 2 as Darwin's last book, focusing on earthworms and soil improvement.
Episode 129: The Regenerative Grower's Guide to Garden Amendments
