SOUTH BRUNSWICK, N.J. — How important is soil to a vegetable garden? Very! Starting a new vegetable garden can seem like a daunting task but Rutgers professor, Bill Hlubik will explain soil testing and cover the best ways to set up your garden for a successful growing season.
- Why soil testing is so important
- Step by step soil testing to get accurate results
- Soil amendments to use and those to avoid
- Proper use of composts
- Why you should avoid some bagged soils
- Tips for tilling the soil to prevent problems
- Potting Mixes
Instructors and Hosts:
Bill Hlubik is an Agricultural Agent and Professor with Rutgers Cooperative Extension, NJAES, Rutgers, the State University. Bill has 30 years of experience in the production, research and marketing of specialty crops. He teaches Sustainable Agriculture and Starting a Small Farm classes for the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences and has been farming with his family for over 35 years. william.hlubik@rutgers.edu
Information sheets from past sessions and upcoming program
descriptions can be found at :Â Â Â Â https://tinyurl.com/middlesexcountygrows
Past episodes of the webcast can be found at   https://tinyurl.com/rcevids
Many more Rutgers Cooperative Extension resources on your home, lawn and garden can be found at            https://njaes.rutgers.edu/home-lawn-garden/
–Bill Hlubik, NJAES