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Nicholls Georgia

I've seen many diffrent soil test opinions and it seems that everone has his or her on on this matter. I tend to get very confused is there any way that we could come up with a few to go by guides. Say like if your soil type is clay/sand/or a mix. I hope to get the point so that we could know what to aim for every year after we have our tests done. It seems that this would be much easier so that if my tests says this, but I need to be at. This would be great, your thoughts please.

11/10/2007 11:16:27 AM

Follansbee, Wv

What you suggest cannot be done. Soil types differ too widely for a set range of numbers, even several soil type examples would not be nearly enough. The best method for any gardner is to learn their own soil, and learn about the soil in general. Once you have a working knowledge of the soil in general you can then apply what you know to your own soil, and make your own decissions as to what is best.

11/12/2007 6:33:41 PM

Nicholls Georgia

thanks was just a thought

11/12/2007 6:50:41 PM

San Diego, Ca.

I think Monty's advise is right on. Learn about the soil and then you will be able to adjust your soil chemistry as needed. Don't forget that soil biology is very important too. Groworganic.com sells a book called "Building Soils for Better Crops" It's gives you a really good understanding of the soil and how to build up your soil from a organic point of view. It covers things such as cover crops, manures, composts, soil tilth, tillage, nutrients, soil test evaluations and more. Its a good read and well worth the $20 it costs. Vince

11/12/2007 9:11:39 PM