Nina Camillone
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SoilKit is the Prescription for Your Lawn!
Dr. Citrin, a SoilKit user, compares SoilKit to a prescription you would get from a doctor. Click to watch Dr. Citrin discuss his SoilKit experience!
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What happens after I mail my soil sample? (lab video tour!)
Working with Waters Labs, SoilKit utilizes a premier soil testing lab to ensure your soil tests and results are accurate.
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Estimating soil texture at home
Soil texture—its percentage of sand, silt, and clay—is important for plant health because it affects the soil's CEC, nutrient availability, organic matter storage, moisture retention, and airflow. ...
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What is base saturation?
The Analysis page of your SoilKit report includes many insights into your soil's nutrient status and soil health properties. One common question we get, even from those who are already familiar wit...
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How long does it take to adjust soil pH? (ASK Advice)
One of the most fundamental aspects of maintaining soil health is balancing pH -- in other words, making sure the soil is neither too acidic nor too basic. pH is measured on a scale from 0 to 14, f...
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Hurricane season: how does extreme weather affect soil? (ASK Around)
If you live anywhere along the East Coast, you know that June through November is hurricane season: that time of year when Sandy, Harvey, Ian, and Maria aren't just names of friendly neighbors but ...
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Greenhouses: what are they and how do they work?
It's getting to be that tail end of winter where I'm impatient for the snow to melt and the trees to grow leaves so we can enjoy some greenery again up North! If you also live somewhere chilly, you...
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Why are the nutrient levels in my soil report high? (ASK Around)
Spring is the time of year for many of us to submit our annual soil samples for nutrient testing (unless you already tested your soil in the fall!), review the results and recommendations, and make...
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I love wildlife, but how do I keep them out of my garden? (ASK Around)
With spring in full swing, I've been spending more time out on my deck with my windows open to let in the fresh air -- and the bird songs! They're a constant reminder that my yard is home to many, ...
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Are weeds bad for your soil, or are they just a cosmetic issue?
I remember as a child being confused why adults would dig up dandelions and consider them to be a nuisance. "They're not weeds, they're flowers!" In fact, there are some plants that are considered ...