A potential change in the “perc testing” policy in Upper Milford Township may mean more problems and delays for people who want to build homes. Perc testing is the state-required examination of soil ...

A: For a true percolation test, often done during construction or installation of a septic system, a hole approximately 1 foot in width and depth is dug. Once filled with water, if it drains at a rate ...

Drainage is everything when it comes to soil. You'll see seed packets and planting guides for plants that can tolerate all kinds of soil conditions, but the one condition virtually every plant needs ...

The St. Mary’s County Health Department will begin wet season perc testing for lower-terrace soil types on or about March 27. Perc testing for all other soil types (upland areas) will begin if and ...

If you want your plants to grow big and healthy, soil quality matters. Even if you aren’t planning on growing a lush veggie garden, all plants need nutrients to grow, in addition to light and water.