Click to read:Should Pot Be Legal? Nov 9, 2009
The dry weather and alkaline soil have preserved the stash, which despite having lost its distinctive odor, still looks green. The cache was found in a leather basket in a wooden bowl, giving rise to the assumption that it was intended for the shaman to use in the afterlife. (CBS News)
Grow Organic Celery the Home Vegeta... Aug 11, 2009
Celery is also one of the few vegetables that thrive in alkaline soil, making it appealing to gardeners with these growing conditions. Starting Celery Plants from Seed. (Suite101.com)
Trace Plant Nutrients in the Organi... Aug 4, 2009
It s rare for garden soil to be deficient in iron, manganese, copper, zinc, boron, or molybdenum, but deficiencies can occur when acidic or alkaline soil conditions make the elements unavailable to plants ... Alkaline soils decrease the amount of manganese available to plants, resulting in yellow leaves and stunted growth. (Suite101.com)
Scientists explain Martian soil surprises Jul 3, 2009
An alkaline soil environment is also interesting because it is similar to that found in many habitable environments for example, Earth's oceans. Puzzling over perchlorateThe other chemical standout was a , a highly oxidizing substance. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Organic Disease Control of Strawber... Jun 29, 2009
Alkaline Soil Problems. Strawberry plants require a soil that is slightly acidic, with a pH of 6. (Suite101.com)
Java Tea or Kidney Tea Jun 20, 2009
The plants are not difficult to grow in normal to slightly alkaline soil with some sun, but the soil must always remain damp. Planted in the spring, the plants bloom in late summer or early fall and attract bees, butterflies and birds. (Suite101.com)
The baffling potato, the pesky beetle and the pine surprise Jun 16, 2009
Over time, sulphur applications will neutralize alkaline soil and help the plants take the iron into their roots. If you want a quicker fix, try iron chelate. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Add gypsum to soil to fight blossom end rot in tomatoes May 8, 2009
The result is that they have problems with the resulting alkaline soil, which can cause tomato plant decline ... Instead of adding lime, which can result in alkaline soil, try gypsum for blossom end rot. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Pick of the Week: This wallflower is no shy companion Apr 6, 2009
Grow in poor to fertile, well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil in full sun or light shade. Trim plants after flowering to keep from getting leggy. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Liquid Saltwater Likely Present On Mars Mar 20, 2009
Liquid Saltwater Is Likely Present On Mars, New Analysis Shows. Liquid Saltwater Is Likely Present On Mars, New Analysis Shows. (Science Daily)
How to Grow Delphiniums Mar 8, 2009
Anyone who has successfully grown delphiniums knows that they need a humus rich, slightly alkaline soil that has been dug and loosened deeply. They will not grow in poor soil. (Suite101.com)
