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Soil Moisture Problems
... Soil Moisture Problems Soil moisture problems are usually related to soil drainage. Poor drainage can be the result of the soil type or the grade. Excessively drained soil fails to retain moisture ...
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GP05 - BIOASSAY FOR RESIDUAL SOIL FUMIGANTS
... Extension Plant Pathologist Soils are fumigated to control plant diseases and problems caused by soil-borne fungi, bacteria, nematodes, insects, and weeds. The length of time required for ... ; 3) light soil; 4) high soil temperatures; 5) low soil moisture; 6) shallow application depth; and 7) repeated cultivations after fumigation. Seeded crops are less susceptible to residual soil fumigant injury ...
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Streptomyces soil rot of sweetpotato
... of the growing three months in foilage. This condition can be confused with soil infertility, residual soil herbicide injury, drainage problems, or wilt (Fusarium) in wilt-susceptible plants. In ... high soil pH. Treat the soil with a broad spectrum soil fumigant containing chloropicrin 2-4 weeks prior to planting. Fumigants must be used as stated on the label. Proper soil preparation, soil moisture, ...
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Soils & Soil Testing Laboratory
... Soil Sample Information Sheet for Home Lawns, Gardens, Fruits, and Ornamentals Soil Sample Information Sheet for Surface Mined Areas Soil Test Note #1 - Explanation of Soil Tests Soil Testing for the Lawn and Landscape Using Soil Moisture ...
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SOIL AND FERTILIZER
... soil at the proper moisture level improve soil structure. Correct soil moisture level exists when soil crumbles easily when turned over with a fork or spade. Soil should not stick to the fork or spade. Working wet soil ...
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Soil Information for Planting Rhododendrons
... Soil Information for Planting Rhododendrons Soil Rhododendrons and azaleas grow best in light, well-drained soils with good soil aeration and an ample supply of soil moisture during the summer. They can be grown in heavy soils if special precautions are taken. A soil high in organic ...
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Soil Texture: From Sand To Clay
... soil also has some disadvantages. It has a lower moisture-holding capacity than a clay soil and therefore must be watered more frequently. It has a lower nutrient-holding capacity than a clay soil ... to wind and water erosion. A clay, fine-textured soil has the advantages of high moisture-holding and nutrient-holding capacity. If the soil in your vegetable garden has a large proportion of ...
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How to Check Soil Drainage - eHow.com
... disposal: organic matter. Amending your soil can make sandy soils more moisture-retentive, clay soils better-draining, and loam simply better. (See "Choose a Soil Amendment.") If your soil is hard to dig ... at ServiceMagic.com Topics Addressed How to check soil drainage Types of soil Determine how fast soil drains Steps to determine type of garden soil Report This Article for eHow Staff Review ...
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The Gardener's Network - A to Z's of Home Gardening : All About Garden Soil
... the soil early in the year. It also is very effective in keeping the weeds down between the rows, and helps to retain moisture. However, plastic mulch, does not allow water and nutrient into the soil unless it has many, many ... have your soil tested. Another fun way is to buy an inexpensive soil tester, and test the soil yourself. You can test for soil pH and ...
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Bonsai Tree - Bonsai Soil and Pots - Proper Soil and Pots for a Healthy Bonsai Tree - The Helpful Gardener
... gardening | japanese gardening | hydrangea care | lilacs | garden design | home Bonsai Tree - Bonsai Soil and Pots Gardening tips: The Helpful Gardener brings the ... a slightly lighter shade. Remember that some species need more moisture so a taller pot (up to twice the recommended depth) ... . Finish filling the pot with your finer soil. Use your chopstick to work soil under the root ball and down to the ...
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