Garden soil
All Garden soil Content
Soil Testing Labs
This page contains a list of nearby state or private laboratories that can be used for crop production fields, gardens and lawns.
Investigate Pollinators
Lesson about the importance of pollinators and the plants they interact with.
Eat What You Grow
Youth will learn the different parts of plants that we eat, and how to use drying and freezing techniques to preserve foods for later use.
Stupendous Soils
Lesson for youth to discover the characteristics of different soil types and how to make compost.
Super Seeds
Lesson for youth to explore the many types of seeds that are eaten or grown and learn how they grow.
Getting the Garden Growing
Introductory gardening lesson where youth will learn what plants need to grow and what fruits and vegetables grow in different seasons in South Dakota.
Preservation Station!
At the end of this lesson, participants will be able to list the most-common methods used to preserve fruits or vegetables.
Grow Getters: Garden-Based Education for Preschool-3rd Grades
The “Grow Getters” series consists of lessons and resources to engage youth and families in hands-on, at-home activities related to gardening—even without a garden!
Flooded Gardens
Soil from gardens that were recently flooded may not be safe for growing fruit and vegetables this summer. Depending on the location, flood waters may contain contaminants or disease-causing organisms.
Landscaping Best Practices for Pollinators and Beyond
Our yards are all part of a greater ecosystem. By incorporating some best practices into your landscaping routine, your yard can develop healthier soil, support more pollinators, and reduce the need for pest control.