Category Archives: Phosphorus Level

Growing in Less Than Great Soil Part I-Sand

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Kerry VerMeulen

Sand=tiny bits of stone.  Soil is alive with so many creatures its an ecosystem unto itself, something that little bits of stone will never achieve.  Sand does add structure-water winds its way through easily to drain and oxygen can get … Continue reading →

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Soil and its Limiting Factors

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Kerry VerMeulen

I found this fascinating map while searching what kinds of soils are distributed throughout the US.  This is from a worldwide database that measures the suitability of soil for agricultural purposes.  As you can see from the map, most soils … Continue reading →

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Phosphorus and pH

Posted on April 29, 2010 by Kerry VerMeulen

Availability of Phosphorous and soil pH Figure 3. The availability of phosphorus is affected by soil pH.

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Custom Fertilizers

Posted on April 29, 2010 by Kerry VerMeulen

A friend of mine who owns a garden center recently commented to me about the results some of his customers receive from the soil extension agencies. He was frustrated by some reports that suggested a precise fertilizer rather than one … Continue reading →

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