Before you dig a garden, it's important to figure out what type of soil you have and then select plants (and amend your soil) ...

Genetic Switch Could Help Control Leaf Growth in Poor Soils Feb. 27, 2025 — A new study has identified a genetic circuit in plants that controls individual leaf growth and allows the plants to ...

Different agricultural approaches are needed for three major soil types found in the country: saline soils in the north, black soils in the northeast, and red and yellow soils in the south.

The relative proportions of all these, along with pH, determine soil type. The pH of a soil refers to its acidity or alkalinity and is a vital factor in plant growth. It's easy to measure and is ...