Soil, Fixes & Fertilizers
Knowing how soil affects plant growth is important to growing a successful garden. Healthy soil means healthy plants. That said, it helps to learn about the different types of soil textures and how each can affect the garden. In addition, knowing about the various types of fertilizers for soil enhancement can help you learn how to improve soil health for growing healthy, happy plants. In the pages that follow, you will find numerous types of fertilizers to improve soil health and everything you need to know about the different types of soil.
Soil, Fixes & Fertilizers
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Is Ground Frozen Solid: Determining If Soil Is Frozen
Prior to planting, wait until your soil is ready. Determining if soil is frozen can make all the difference. How do you know if the ground is frozen? Read here to find out.
By Susan Patterson
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Learn About Fertilizer Burn Of Plants
Using too much fertilizer can damage or even kill your lawn and garden plants. This article answers the question, "what is fertilizer burn?" and describes the fertilizer burn symptoms as well as how to prevent and treat it.
By Jackie Carroll
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Houseplant Epsom Salt Tips – Using Epsom Salts For Houseplants
Have you ever wondered about using Epsom salts for houseplants? It turns out that it could be good for your plants. You can learn more in this article.
By Raffaele Di Lallo
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Tilling By Hand: How To Till Soil By Hand With Double Digging
If you are starting a new garden, you need to loosen the soil or till where you will be growing plants. With the double digging technique, you can start hand tilling soil without expensive machinery. Learn more here.
By Heather Rhoades
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Why Soil pH For Plants Is Important
The soil pH rating can be the main key to a plant of any kind doing exceptionally well, just getting by or heading toward death. Soil pH for plants is crucial to their health. Learn more in this article.
By Stan V. Griep
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Salt In Soil - Reversing Soil Salinity
The effects of salinity in soil can make it hard to garden. Salt in the soil is harmful to plants, which leaves many gardeners affected by this problem wondering how to get rid of salt in the soil? Learn more here.
By Stan V. Griep
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What Is Weed Tea – Making Fertilizer From Weeds
Did you know you can make a fertilizer from weeds pulled in your garden? Click this article to get additional information.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Prepping New Beds In Fall – How To Prepare Gardens In Fall For Spring
How do you prepare gardens in fall for spring? Click here to learn about fall prep for spring gardens and get a jump on next season’s garden.
By Amy Grant
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What Is Loam Soil: What Is The Difference Between Loam And Topsoil
It can be confusing when reading about a plant's soil requirements. Terms like sandy, silt, clay, loam and topsoil seem to complicate the stuff we're used to just calling "dirt." However, understanding your soil type is important and this article will help.
By Darcy Larum
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Effect Of Fire On Soil: Learn How Fire Can Help And Hurt Soil
Exactly how does fire affect soil? Read on for a review of the positive and negative effects of fire on vegetation and soil.
By Teo Spengler
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Best Potting Soil For Vegetables In Containers
If you’re wondering about the best soil for growing vegetables in containers, you might be surprised to learn that garden soil probably isn’t your best choice. Read on for more.
By Laura Miller
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How To Reuse Potting Soil
Can you reuse potting soil? Click here for the answer.
By Amy Grant
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How To Improve Soil Quality With Native Plants
Problems with your soil? Introducing native plants can help. Click here to learn the benefits of planting native flora in your landscape.
By Teo Spengler
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Best Time To Apply Compost And Soil Amendments
Amending your garden soil is important, but it should be done at the right time of year for the best and safest outcome.
By Amy Grant
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Grow Plants That Improve Soil
Some plants are great for building healthy soil. Read on for ideas of nutrient-building cover crops for your garden soil.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Calculate Garden Soil And Mulch Coverage
Here are some facts and figures that will help you decide how much soil, mulch or potting soil you need for your gardening project.
By Laura Miller
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What Is Terra Preta – Learn About Amazonian Black Earth
What is terra preta? Terra preta is a type of soil prevalent in the Amazon Basin. It was thought to be the result of soil management by ancient South Americans, leaving behind clues for the modern gardener on how to create superior growing medium. Learn more here.
By Bonnie L. Grant