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Yard and Garden (2021)

Plant health can be affected by the acidity of soil. The conditions best for plant growth depend on the particular plant, but most plants prefer soil that is neither very acidic nor very alkaline.

Soil acidity can be adjusted to optimize plant growth, but adjusting acidity is not always the best course of action. Instead, it may be best to grow plants adapted to the native soil. For gardeners who decide to adjust the acidity of soil, it is important to understand when and how to do so.

    Cover page: Adjusting Soil pH in California Gardens
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    Yard and Garden (2016)
    The use of straw bales as a soil-less growth medium in gardens has gained media attention in recent years. While most gardeners raise their crops using soil or raised beds, it is possible to grow vegetables without soil. Straw bales are an easy-to-obtain material for soil-less gardening that will also yield compost as a byproduct.
      Cover page: Gardening with Straw Bales
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