To be sure, this week’s warm spring-like weather and refreshing rains have reminded many gardeners that it is about time to prepare this year’s vegetable and flower beds. Before home gardeners fertilize or lime, however, it is vital to understand the condition of the soil. One of the easiest methods to assess …
Tag Archive: Soil
Permanent link to this article: http://okaloosa.ifas.ufl.edu/newsletters/2013/02/08/soil-test-prepare-now-for-a-bountiful-harvest-later/
Soil Test First!
Matthew Orwat, Horticulture Agent I, Washington County Extension Last week’s warm spring-like weather has reminded producers that it is time to prepare this year’s fertility management plan. This reminder is timely because there is still time to prepare for the growing season ahead. Before producers add fertilize or lime, however, it is vital to understand …
Permanent link to this article: http://okaloosa.ifas.ufl.edu/newsletters/2013/01/18/soil-test-first/
Fields Flooded By Tropical Storm Debby? Another Soil Test May Be Necessary
Tropical Storm Debby left many north Florida fields flooded. The standing water may be cause to soil test before adding fertilizer and lime even if the plot has been soil tested recently. Tropical Storm Debby delivered some much needed rain to many Florida Counties, albeit in a rather short amount of time. These flooded fields …
Permanent link to this article: http://okaloosa.ifas.ufl.edu/newsletters/2012/06/30/fields-flooded-by-tropical-storm-debby-another-soil-test-may-be-necessary/
Why Fertilize Your Vegetable Garden Soil
Eddie Powell Extension Horticultural Courtesy Agent I Walton County pep5@ufl.edu With spring in full swing many Florida homeowners are gearing up to grow their own vegetables. The most frequently asked question this time of year is, “why do I need to fertilize my soil?” The answer is simple – – not all nutrients are present in …
Permanent link to this article: http://okaloosa.ifas.ufl.edu/newsletters/2012/05/10/why-fertilize-your-vegetable-garden-soil/
Soil Temperature Rules, So Early Planting is Not Always Best
Daniel E. Mullins IFAS Extension Agent IV Santa Rosa County Extension 6263 Dogwood Drive Milton, FL 32570 danm@santarosa.fl.gov 850-623-3868 850-623-6151 Profitable vegetable production begins with the prompt germination and early, uninterrupted growth from seeds. If a seedling slows down even once during germination and emergence, it is in trouble. The results of this condition …
Permanent link to this article: http://okaloosa.ifas.ufl.edu/newsletters/2012/02/28/soil-temperature-rules-so-early-planting-is-not-always-best/
Recent Comments