Using Your Soil Test Results

Many different types and percentages of organic materials may go into any given batch of compost, so no two batches – even from the same supplier – ar...

We recommend that gardeners test their soil before planting to determine the amount of lime and fertilizers needed. Soil testing can be done through a...

Introduction<br /> <br /> Wood ash has a long history of use in New England. Our Yankee ancestors used wood ash to make lye for soaps, to clean glas...

<br /> Introduction <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Topsoil. It&#039;s arguably one the most precious stuff on earth, sustaining all land-dwelling an...

Lead is a naturally occurring element that is present in all soils at very low concentrations of less than 50 parts per million (ppm). Elevated levels...

This Factsheet is to help home gardeners identify organic nutrient sources for use in their gardens. Use the chart to locate specific plant-based nutr...

What is a soil test?<br /> <br /> The soil testing lab takes your soil sample, dries it, and runs a small portion of the sample through a series of ...

Why fertilize?<br /> <br /> Fertilizer provides a source of essential nutrients that plants need to grow normally and be healthy. Nutrients are also...

What Are Heavy Metals?<br /> <br /> Heavy metals are a class of elements that include lead, copper, arsenic, and cadmium, and can be toxic to humans...