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Soil Science for Gardeners

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Understand how the qualities of soil affect the overall productivity of plants and make sustainable gardening practices possible. Practical application of theory is stressed. Topics include soil formation, physical properties of soil, soil-water relationships, and management techniques such as irrigation, drainage, and fertilization. Basic soil sampling, pH, and nutrient testing are introduced. Please note that this course is not the same as Soil Science I.

Schedule:

Every week on Wednesday, starting on 01/08/25 and ending on 02/12/25

Times:

06:30pm-08:30pm EST

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Instructor:

Daryl Beyers Daryl Beyers

Daryl Beyers

NYBG's Gardening Program Coordinator, Daryl Beyers, brings over 20 years' experience designing residential gardens and private estates toNYBG. Daryl has gone from the self-described "the guy pushing thewheelbarrow" to the owner of his own design business and an accomplished garden writer. He's a former editor at Fine Gardening, and his articles have been featured in HGTV Magazine and in Martha Stewart Living, where he also served as Contributing Editor.

Location:

Online-Live,

Session Number:

253GAR302O

Price:

Price Non-Member : $335.00
Member : $300.00

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