To grow good plants, you need good soil. The only way to tell what your soil really needs is to take a soil test. Applying too much fertilizer could be detrimental to your plants. You could waste ...

I am planning to sod the front of my yard soon and wonder if I need to have the soil tested first for its pH and nutrient levels. — Rachael Jenson, Skokie The symbol pH is used to indicate the level ...

Before planting in the spring, a soil test will give you a snapshot of what your garden needs – taking the guesswork out of fertilizer rates. With the growing season approaching, now is the perfect ...