An Australian soil science writer explores whether plant tonics like Seasol differ meaningfully from fertiliser under national labelling rules, and walks through the practical steps of preparing soil samples for lab testing. Other issues cover land use capability using the USDA classification system.
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Benjamin Block, an aquatic ecologist and gardening consultant, shares practical gardening guidance in his newsletter, drawing on University of Vermont Extension Master Gardener materials. Recent issues cover tool maintenance, soil properties and tomato trellising alternatives.
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