There’s one thing every experienced gardener can agree on: a healthy garden begins with healthy soil. Here, we explore what that means as we share a few steps you can take right now to build a rich, healthy soil for a more thriving garden this year.
Consider a Soil Test
Soil tests are often offered free by your state’s extension agency. Use the below link to find soil testing for your state!
State-by-State List of Soil Testing
How to Collect a Soil Sample
Understand Your Soil pH
Understanding Soil pH
How to Change Your Soil pH
Soil pH – A Matter of Balance
Good Soil Structure
Soil Structure
It’s All About Soil Structure!
Good Soil Structure
Manage Soil Nutrients
Managing soil and nutrients
Soil and Plant Nutrition
Soils, Plant Nutrition, and Nutrient Management
Organic Matter in the Soil
Soil Organic Matter
Can I increase soil organic matter by 1%?
Organic Matter & Soil Amendments