Your soil's pH level has a major impact on your plants. Get a better idea of whether it's acidic, neutral, or alkaline with ...

Though gardeners can’t see it, soil pH (acidity or alkalinity) is an important contributor to the health (or demise) of plants. The high availability of some nutrients in acidic soil can actually harm ...

A growing body of research highlights a global agricultural challenge that often goes unnoticed beneath our feet: soil ...

Learn how to grow moss as an accent plant, groundcover, or lawn alternative with these tips and step-by-step instructions.

Late fall is an ideal time to complete several important gardening chores before winter arrives. Testing soil pH and nutrient levels now allows for amendments to be made before the spring planting ...

Nudge your shrubs toward soft blues, bold pinks, or even purple tones. Bloom color is generally controlled by soil pH and aluminum availability. Only certain hydrangeas can change color, and some ...

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.

Many Rowan County residents visited our office for soil sample boxes, paperwork and advice this summer and fall. Soil testing is a free service for all North Carolina residents from April through ...