Sandy loam? Loamy soil? There are many terms to describe the ground under your feet. Here's how to determine the composition ...

While most dirt appears alike, there are significant differences when you take a closer look. It can be very important to ...

Plus, it can be hazardous to your health. But when it comes to plant soil, the situation is quite different. It isn't necessarily bad for plants — in fact, they rely on certain types to thrive, but ...

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 ...

After winning its regional competition, a team of University of Delaware students recently placed eighth in a national soil judging competition in Iowa. These undergraduate students spent hours ...