Frequently Asked Questions

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1. Fruit Trees
2. Garden and Household Pests
3. Houseplants
4. Lawn Care and Landscaping
   1. Composting
   2. Fertilizing
      1. Q: How do I fertilize my lawn?
      2. Q: How do I take a soil test?
      3. Q: How much fertilizer do I need to spread on my lawn?
      4. Q: When should I fertilize my lawn?
      5. Q: Where can I find more information on proper fertilizing techniques?
         1. A: For more information visit RCE fact sheet FS829, How to Protect Water Quality and Have a Beautiful Lawn: Ten Steps to Proper Fertilization.
   3. Grubs
   4. Hiring a Lawn or Landscape Professional
   5. Mowing
   6. Mulch
   7. Poison Ivy
   8. Starting a Lawn
   9. Watering
   10. Weeds
5. Pesticides and Fertilizer
6. Trees and Shrubs
7. Vegetable Gardening and Small Fruits
8. Wildlife