Most gardeners just take out the old plant, stick a new one in its place, and hope for the best. The secret to keeping your landscape and garden growing strong lies in the soil.
Every plant needs specific nutrients to flourish.
So, now is the time to get your soil tested. Soil testing is an inexpensive way to maximize the health and productivity of every plant in your yard. A good soil test will tell the pH level of your soil. A neutral soil has a pH of 7. Acid soils have a pH below 7.