Managing soil health and quality in the home garden involves more than just the proper application of fertilizer. Soil quality is a measure of the function of the soil to support plants, but also infiltrate and store water along with supporting the various organisms that reside in soils. This publication provides information on the function […] …
Soils, Soil Management, and Plant Nutrition
Soil provides the foundation for much of what we do in horticulture and provides support, air, water and nutrients to plants. Material in this section will provide information on soil testing, managing pH, understanding plant nutrient needs and their supply through various types of fertilization. This section will also include information on soil management, amending, and composting.
