Improving Soil Health - Palo Alto

Soil is so much more than dirt. Join us for a hands-on workshop about soil and soil testing for the home gardener. Learn what makes healthy soil, what it is, and how to achieve it. (Hint: compost, compost, compost).

Ever wonder what testing your garden soil would tell you? We’ll show you some simple tests you can do at home and discuss the pros and cons of do-it-yourself soil test kits and professional soil testing services.

Ever wonder how much of that Santa Clara County clay you’ve got in your soil? Dig down into one of your garden beds and bring a sample of your garden soil (1 cup in a sealed plastic bag). We’ll test its pH (and, if we have time, its nutrient content) and hold a contest to see who’s got the most clay in their soil.

Cost: $40 ($32 for Gamble Garden members)