Lead contamination of NYC's drinking water deserves greater attention and is a local environmental problem we can address.

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Ask UW-Extension horticulture educator Lisa Johnson your questions about your yard, garden and plants. Send questions to ...

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With the end of summer drawing near and hopefully bringing cooler temperatures and needed precipitation, we can help our ...

A soil test will eliminate guesswork on your end, it is a cost-effective indicator of the type and amount of fertilizer your ...

USC and L.A. County soil experts will be on site Saturday, Sept. 20, to teach residents about testing their properties for ...

With only 7.5% of Earth's surface covered in fertile, agricultural soil, it's critically important to maintain the soil to grow food, filter water, and regulate the climate.

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You might think you know everything your plants need from sunshine to water to soil type, but do you know the pH? These easy-to-use devices can help.

Fall is on the horizon and can be the ideal time to enjoy planting and cultivating a bounty of seasonal vegetables, herbs and ...