Don’t Forget Extension Agencies for Great Information
Pretty much every state has an extension agency either through one or more universities and/or at the state level that can help you with your specific garden questions for your area. Many diseases and insect issues are local or regional to your area so it is great to have this resource when you have a question that your friendly neighborhood gardening store may not be able to answer.
Another wonderful service that is provided for little or no money is soil testing. This can take a little time so make sure you send your soil in long before you are ready to plant. They can help you diagnose any potential problem that may be soil related and give you information as to what your soil may lack for optimum growth potential. Most of the extension services have an online presence and you can see when and where classes are held that may cover one of your many gardening interests. Don’t hesitate to contact your extension service and ask as many questions as you have; that’s what they are there for.
Tags: extension services, Gardening