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Slow-release fertilizers are an excellent tool for maintaining a healthy, resilient lawn in Pennsylvania’s cool-season turf environment. Timing of reapplication determines how…
Read articlePennsylvania landscapes range from urban yards and suburban gardens to rural woodlots and agricultural fields. The state’s climate, with cool-season grasses, cold…
Read articleGardening in Pennsylvania means working inside a climate of distinct seasons, variable soils, and a mixture of urban, suburban, and rural microclimates.…
Read articlePennsylvania soils in many regions trend acidic because of parent material, high rainfall, and long-term management practices. Managing fertility on low-pH soils…
Read articleGrowing vegetables in Pennsylvania presents a mix of opportunity and challenge: good summers, cold winters, and a wide array of soil types…
Read articlePennsylvania gardeners and small-scale farmers can get large returns from relatively small investments when they manage organic amendments well. Compost and manure…
Read articleSandy soil is common across parts of Pennsylvania, especially in areas with glacial outwash, river terraces, and some upland zones. Gardeners and…
Read articleAdding gypsum to clay soils in Pennsylvania is a common recommendation, but it is not a universal cure. Gypsum (calcium sulfate dihydrate)…
Read articlePennsylvania is a state of striking geographic and climatic variety. From the coastal plain of the southeast to the glaciated terraces of…
Read articleSoil nutrient testing is a foundational practice for productive, profitable, and environmentally responsible farming, gardening, and land management in Pennsylvania. Regular testing…
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