The rustling of leaves and the crisp chill in the air are a clear indicator that fall has officially begun. With crops slowly coming in off the fields, now is a good time to start thinking about soil ...

In my 40 years of teaching and consulting, one of the biggest and most frustrating problems I continually encounter is when so called “landscape professionals” and homeowners continue to apply annual ...

Discover why you should test your soil in January, with insights from a garden expert. Get ahead of the growing season by ...

A lot of this comes down to a few myths that are passed down by neighbors, family, and well-meaning advice on the internet.

Agricultural soil testing is critical to determining soil’s nutrient concentration and variability across your fields. It is ideal to test your fields’ soil at least every two to three years to inform ...

David Kuchta, Ph.D. has 10 years of experience in gardening and has read widely in environmental history and the energy transition. An environmental activist since the 1970s, he is also a historian, ...

After our report on a study giving insights into how to minimize the risk of toxic vegetables from urban gardens, TreeHugger reader Craig wrote to ask: I'm researching soil test kits - for pollution, ...

Ash rained down and smoke blanketed Los Angeles during the 2025 wildfires, leaving behind a toxic legacy in soil and homes.

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — This is a good time of the year to do a soil test on your lawn and gardens, according to Penn State Extension officials. A soil test is the best way homeowners can find out the ...

The University of Delaware (UD) has rated soils in terms of the likelihood of profitable responses to additions of phosphorus (P) and potassium (K) from fertilizers, manures, and other soil amendments ...

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 ...