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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The Importance Of Phosphorus In Plant Growth
The function of phosphorus in plants is very important. Phosphorus is one of the main three nutrients most commonly found in fertilizers and essential to a plant?s growth. Learn more about phosphorus here.
By Heather Rhoades
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Soil And Calcium - How Calcium Affects Plants
Is calcium required in garden soil? Can plants suffer from calcium deficiency? Plant experts say yes. Good soil and calcium are linked. Read this article to find out more about calcium in plants.
By Jackie Rhoades
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What Are Organic Fertilizers: Different Types Of Organic Fertilizer For Gardens
Organic materials in the garden are more environmentally friendly. This includes organic fertilizers. Learn about what are organic fertilizers and how you can use them to improve your garden in this article.
By Anne Baley
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Acidic Soil Flowers And Plants - What Plants Grow In Acidic Soils
The list of what type of plants grow in acidic soil is extensive. Therefore, suggestions from the following article are only a few of the most popular plants that need acidic soil.
By Jackie Rhoades
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What Is Rock Phosphate: The Use Of Rock Phosphate Fertilizer In Gardens
Rock phosphate for gardens has long since been used as a fertilizer for healthy plant growth. But exactly what is rock phosphate and what does it do for plants? Read this article to learn more.
By Susan Patterson
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How To Tell If Your Soil Is Clay
Before you start to plant anything in the ground, you should take the time to determine what kind of soil you have. Clay soil is common. Read this article for help with figuring out if you have clay soil.
By Heather Rhoades
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Cottonseed Meal Gardening: Is Cottonseed Healthy For Plants
A by-product of cotton manufacturing, cottonseed meal as a fertilizer for the garden is slow release and acidic. Learn more about using cottonseed meal in the following article.
By Amy Grant
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Contaminated Soil Treatment - How To Clean Contaminated Soils
The key to growing a healthy garden is clean, healthy soil. Contaminants in soil can quickly lead to a number of problems. This article will help determine possible causes and how to clean contaminated soils.
By Susan Patterson
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Iron For Plants: Why Do Plants Need Iron?
Iron is a small, but important, element crucial to the overall health of plants. Read the following article to learn more about the function of iron in plants. Click here for more information.
By Anne Baley
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Zinc And Plant Growth: What Is The Function Of Zinc In Plants
Zinc is an essential trace element. Read the following article to find out how to tell if your soil contains enough zinc and how to treat zinc deficiency in plants. Click here to learn more.
By Jackie Carroll
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Proper Tillage Practices: Problems With Tilling Soil Too Much
As the warming temperatures of spring begin to arrive, it's only natural to want to get out in the mud and start on your garden beds. But over tilling can do more harm than good. This article will explain more.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Sheet Mulch Info: How To Use Sheet Mulching In The Garden
There's an easy, more efficient, way to start a garden - use sheet mulching. What is sheet mulching? Read the following article to learn more about sheet mulch gardening. Click here and get started today.
By Anne Baley
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Using Soil In Gardens: Difference Between Topsoil And Potting Soil
You may think that dirt is dirt. But when it comes to topsoil vs. potting soil, it's all about location, location, location. Learn more in this article.
By Anne Baley
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Is Soda Pop A Fertilizer: Information About Pouring Soda On Plants
What does pouring soda pop on plants do? Are there any beneficial effects of soda on plant growth? Learn more about using soda on plants here.
By Amy Grant
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Cold Soil Solutions – Tips For Warming Up Soil In The Spring
The earlier we can get growing, the better. You can help warm up soil quicker to start planting sooner. Cold soil solutions are easy to do. Learn more here.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Plants And Potassium: Using Potassium And Potassium Deficiency In Plants
The effects of potassium on plants is well known in that it improves how well a plant grows but exactly why and how is not known. This article provides info on plants and potassium.
By Heather Rhoades
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Mushroom Compost Benefits: Organic Gardening With Mushroom Compost
Mushroom compost makes a great addition to garden soil. Composting mushrooms can be accomplished in several ways and offers many benefits to the garden. Read this article to learn more.
By Nikki Tilley