Most every farmer and gardener has heard the value of soil testing and adjusting the pH of the soil to meet your crop needs.

You’re not alone. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just picking up tips from Instagram (or even Moominmamma), everyone knows that soil is the foundation of any thriving garden. Of course, perlite ...

Healthy soil is the heart of thriving gardens and homesteads. Knowing the complex makeup of soil and how to care for it, can ...

CORVALLIS – Often not considered, soil pH has as much effect on plant health as disease, insects, drought and drainage. Keeping pH in the right range for certain plants is essential, according to ...

One of the biggest factors affecting the health of plants in your garden is the pH of the soil, which is a measure of its acidity or alkalinity. A pH of 7.0 is neutral while that above 7.0 is alkaline ...

The power of hydrogen is not often discussed among gardeners unless you are a chemist. Commonly known as pH, it measures of the number of hydrogen and hydroxyl ions in the soils. But enough with the ...

Do not plant garlic in insufficient sun, poorly draining soil, or next to legume crops. Avoid growing garlic in containers ...

Hydrangea macrophylla (Bigleaf Hydrangea): This variety is most commonly affected by soil pH. It includes both Mophead and Lacecap types. The color change is most dramatic in these hydrangeas.

Although non-native, blueberries can be grown in eastern Kansas for gardeners willing to work and plan ahead. A relative of azaleas and rhododendrons, blueberries require an acidic pH, between 4.8 and ...

The color of hydrangea flowers can change from pink to purple and blue by tweaking the soil. How do other plants react to those changes? Sydney Kozak explored just that. Her project, “Does changing ...