The cooler weather of fall motivates many gardeners to get out and plant! But, a major task that should be done a season ahead is performing a soil test. A soil test now tells you exactly what your ...

Place a cup of soil into a jar, top it off with water, and shake vigorously. Allowing the mixture to settle entirely, you’ll ...

The end of June saw us hit our familiar summer pattern of higher temperatures, higher humidity, and a daily dose of thunderstorms. This brings about some gardening challenges as some plants flourish, ...

Mar. 26—With spring upon us, now is the time for gardeners to prepare to show off their green thumbs. Whether you're looking to start a vegetable garden or create a colorful flower display, experts ...

Test your soil for heavy metals and organic matter at Colorado State University's soil testing lab. Get fertilizer ...

As the results from fall soil tests begin to arrive, it’s time to evaluate what to do next. “The most commonly asked questions we get from farmers when they receive their SCN soil test results are ...

Editor's note: Throughout the growing season, Mike Hogan, OSU Extension Educator for Agriculture & Natural Resources in Franklin County, will answer gardening questions submitted by Dispatch readers.

The best soil for tomatoes provides all the nutrients and water your plants need to thrive. The best harvest for tomatoes starts with providing the best soil for tomatoes. Far from glamorous and ...