Soil fertility and soil pH can be intimidating to both new and experienced gardeners. But your soil isn’t as mysterious as you think, as long as you start by having a soil test done. “Testing your ...

Knowing the pH of your soil will help you find plants that can thrive in your garden. Lucas Ninno / Getty Images Soil pH is the measurement that indicates how acidic or alkaline your soil is. This ...

One of the biggest factors affecting the health of plants in your garden is the pH of the soil, which is a measure of its acidity or alkalinity. A pH of 7.0 is neutral while that above 7.0 is alkaline ...

Now that summer is a distant memory and fall has settled in, it’s easy to think your garden work is done until spring. But ...

Yes, the LSU AgCenter Soil Testing Lab can test for those elements. Check out the website of the Soil Testing Lab and you ...

Before applying fertilizer or any other soil amendment, it's a good idea to see what the soil already contains. That way you ...

Soil is a key ingredient in any backyard garden, so it’s important to make sure it’s the healthiest it can be. That’s why longtime gardeners – and soil science experts – recommend testing. Knowing the ...

When we are having problems with our lawns or plants, the first thing that comes to mind is often that they are caused by a pest or disease. We often overlook that it could be a problem with the soil.

Soil quality is a major component of growing healthy food plots, as well as other things, such as gardens and yards. There are many different soil test kits available for everyone from the one-plot ...

Soil pH happens. It is natural, and its value depends on rainfall, temperature, soil forming factors, slope, fertilizer and land management, among other things. Plants found on a native landscape are ...

Q: I have two raised beds and need to lower the pH of the soil in them. Can I use vinegar to change the pH? If so, how much do I need and should it be applied diluted with water? A: For folks new to ...