Most soils in the Heartland have developed under oak hickory forests and therefore have a natural pH of about 5.5. On the other hand, most crops, lawns, and garden plants prefer soils that have a pH ...

After a harsh winter, spring lawn care is a must for bringing grass back to its former glory. We all know the lawn essentials needed for healthy grass — fertilizer to restore nutrients, seeds to fill ...

To give your plants a boost—whether you’re growing tomatoes or just want a nice, healthy lawn—you can easily add garden lime, a common soil amendment. You just have to be careful when you use lime, ...

My recent soil analyses came back with an expected recommendation: Lime. I am not a geologist nor a chemist, but when I took the Master Gardener Training course, Soils and Soil Nutrition came first ...

A pH adjustment makes the difference between patchy grass and a thick green lawn. Proper soil pH is essential for nutrient absorption and healthy grass growth. Test your soil before adjusting pH; use ...