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chemical free yard garden #879846
Asked August 02, 2024, 6:16 AM EDT
Hillsborough County New Hampshire
Expert Response
Hi Celeste,
Thank you for reaching out to us at the UNH Extension Infoline!
We do not have a fact sheet currently created for a step by step to chemical free/organic gardening. That may definitely be a future creation when a field specialist is able! I will share a few resources with you below that have more specific organic-related gardening for various processes:
Resources:
https://extension.unh.edu/resource/organic-natural-fertilizers-home-ground-garden-fact-sheet
https://extension.unh.edu/resource/organic-turf-frequently-asked-questions
https://extension.unh.edu/resource/composting-home-gardener-fact-sheet
https://extension.unh.edu/resource/composting-home-gardener-fact-sheet
We also always share our soil lab information for anyone that is hoping to start their garden (or if they've tested previously, but it has been 2-3 years). I will share information for that here:
Here is the link for the UNH Soil Testing Services homepage, which has the address to send the sample to, as well as information on best practices for submitting a soil sample and other resources: UNH Soil Testing Services
And here is the link to the submission form specific to home yards and garden: UNH_soil submission form_Home Grounds and Garden
I hope this helps! Have a great day and enjoy your garden open house on Friday!