Learn how to test soil early, prepare well and plant cotton into the right conditions for uniform stands and lasting yield ...

Of the tests to do before planting in your garden, a drainage test is among the best (and easiest). Try this quick drainage ...

After a cozy night by the fireplace, most people scoop out the ash and toss it without a second thought. But did you know ...

Spring is just around the corner, and the urge to get outside and dig in the dirt is real. If you’re dreaming of a lush, productive garden this year, it all starts with what’s under your feet. A lot ...

Purdue Extension Educators frequently encourage homeowners to get soil tests when they want to grow new plants in an area, or try to diagnose what’s wrong with plants currently growing. One key ...

Now that recent rains have softened up the soil it is time to begin planting garlic. I spend a good deal of time and money on beefing up the soil before planting. It pays off with huge bulbs in early ...

Contour planting involves tilling, discing, and otherwise preparing the land in line with its natural slope, then planting crops on this same line. When you look at a topographic map, the rows and/or ...

Identify why a plant died before replanting to prevent repeat issues. Fix common errors like watering or weather stress quickly; pH and disease take longer. Recondition soil with amendments or ...

For those thinking about adding a tree or shrub to their landscape, fall is a great time while the soil is still warm to plant many different types of ornamentals. There are a few exceptions for some ...