Top 66 Soil Projects

1. 1. Fall Soil Preparation

   DIY experts discuss how amending garden soil in the fall can make things a lot easier come spring.

2. 2. The Benefits of Compost

   The DIY Network experts discuss how compost gives plants an added natural boost without the use of synthetic fertilizers.

3. 3. Soil Preparation for Perennials

   A DIY Network expert explains how to prepare soil for growing healthy perennials.

4. 4. Soil Specifics

   DIY experts discuss how to check soil conditions and what kinds of characteristics "good" soil should have.

5. 5. Conducting a Soil Test

   Learn about the benefits of conducting a simple soil test. The DIY Network experts discuss how test results can tell you how to amend s...

6. 6. Preparing Soil for a Garden

   DIY experts discuss how important it is to thoroughly prepare soil for the garden.

7. 7. How to Grow Beets (04:34)

   

   Joe Lamp'l shares expert advice on planting, growing and harvesting beets.

8. 8. Tips for Watering Lawn in Summer

   The gardening experts at the DIY Network urge you to consider everything from soil properties to watering equipment when considering ho...

9. 9. Solarizing Soil (02:18)

   

   Reduce disease in your garden by solarizing your soil. .

10. 10. How to Grow Peppers (03:32)

    

    Joe Lamp'l shares expert advice on planting and growing peppers.

11. 11. How to Grow Potatoes (05:02)

    

    Joe Lamp'l shows how to plant, grow and harvest potatoes.

12. 12. Wacker Rammer Tamper (00:56)

    

    Wacker's four-cylinder Rammer Tamper makes soil compacting a breeze.

13. 13. Growing Herbs (03:18)

    

    Joe Lamp'l shows how to plant movable herb gardens in strawberry pots.

14. 14. Going Organic (04:58)

    

    Joe Lamp'l shows how to start a garden or convert an old one to organic.

15. 15. How to Analyze Soil Temps and Drainage

    

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    Soil temperature and water drainage rates are as important to a plant as sunlight and fertilizer. Learn how to analyze these key elemen...

    Time:

    Day

    Cost:

    $1 - $50

    Difficulty:

    Easy