Gardening Toolbox

USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Locator The regional climate, or at least the regional temperature range, can be determined by referring to the USDA Plant Hardiness

This soil texture calculator is built specifically for use with our Garden Tutor soil texture testing jar kit available here   If you want to

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Plotting the Sun One important thing you can do to help your plants thrive is determine (a) how many hours of sunlight your garden site

Accurately estimate how much of an amendment you need! Mulch, loam, compost, etc. in bulk is usually sold by the cubic yard or in bags

Send a soil sample to a soil testing lab! Listed below are soil testing laboratories from universities and/or agricultural extension programs in each state (when

Landscape Symbol Examples Below are common design symbols used for different types of plant material. Remember that you don't have to create perfectly stylized symbols.

The right gardening tools will help you get your gardening work done more efficiently and effectively. This section provides reliable information, techniques, and advice on

A handy index of key gardening terms and concepts