When the law starts to green up, a gardener's first impulse might be to get out the fertilizer. Surely, that new growth needs to be fed! Not so fast, and not so simple, says Cooperative Extension's Amy Ivy. Same with the flower and vegetable gardens.The first step is know the soil ph so you know what the soil needs. The second thing to think about is when the fertilizer will really help the plant's overall health. [full story]