{"id":18,"date":"2015-03-09T15:51:57","date_gmt":"2015-03-09T15:51:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/puyallup.wsu.edu\/lcs\/?page_id=18"},"modified":"2024-11-14T10:07:09","modified_gmt":"2024-11-14T18:07:09","slug":"horticultural-myths","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/puyallup.wsu.edu\/lcs\/","title":{"rendered":"Horticultural Myths"},"content":{"rendered":"<br \/>\n<section id=\"builder-section-1496332374615\" class=\"row single \">\n<div style=\"\" class=\"column one \">\n<div class=\"donate-box\"><p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"donate-img aligncenter wp-image-783\" src=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2017\/06\/MugPlant_tag.png\" sizes=\"(max-width: 237px) 100vw, 237px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2017\/06\/MugPlant_tag.png 450w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2017\/06\/MugPlant_tag-198x188.png 198w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2017\/06\/MugPlant_tag-396x377.png 396w\" alt=\"Plant in coffee cup with a tag that reads &quot;Support&quot;\" width=\"237\" height=\"225\" \/><\/p>\n<h1>You can help!<\/h1>\n<p>Whether it\u2019s just a cup of coffee or something more, your contribution can help to support high quality, <em>science-based<\/em> gardening information.<\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Donate to the Urban Horticulture Development Fund\" href=\"https:\/\/foundation.wsu.edu\/give\/?fund=1b23525c-9bf4-40c9-9f53-158231b81758&amp;utm_source=urban-horticulture-development-fund&amp;utm_medium=wsu-link&amp;utm_campaign=wsu-extension\/4-h\">Donate<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"builder-section-1425915404502\" class=\"row single gutter pad-top\">\n<header>\n<h1>Horticultural Myths<\/h1>\n<\/header>\n<div style=\"\" class=\"column one \">\n<p>Looking for the newest myth-information? Check out our blog <a title=\"The Garden Professors blog\" href=\"http:\/\/www.gardenprofessors.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Garden Professors<\/a>. You&#8217;ll find science-based information from four horticultural professors from around the country.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"builder-section-1425915435358\" class=\"row halves gutter pad-top no-bullet hanging\">\n<div style=\"\" class=\"column one \">\n<header>\n<h2>Fertilizers<\/h2>\n<\/header>\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Add a handful of bone meal to planting holes before installing shrubs and trees\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/bonemeal.pdf\">The Myth of Beneficial Bone Meal (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Fertilizer injection is the most effective way to correct tree nutrient deficiencies\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/injections.pdf\">The Myth of Vitamin Shots (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Fertilizers sprayed on the leaves of trees and shrubs are more effective than soil applications\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/foliar-feeding.pdf\">The Myth of Foliar Feeding (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Phosphate<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Phosphate fertilizers will stimulate root growth of transplanted trees and shrubs\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/phosphate.pdf\">The Myth of Phosphate Fertilizer (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Roses need phosphate fertilizer for root and flower growth\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/phosphate-2.pdf\">The Myth of Phosphate Part II (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: If plants develop red leaves, it means they are phosphorus deficient\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/phosphate-3.pdf\">The Myth of Red Leaves (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Seaweed extracts reduce disease, improve production, and increase stress resistance in landscape plants\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/seaweed-extracts.pdf\">The Myth of Curative Kelp (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Antitranspirants prevent drought stress, especially in newly installed trees and shrubs\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/antitranspirants.pdf\">The Myth of Antitranspirants (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div style=\"\" class=\"column two \">\n<header>\n<h2>How Plants Work<\/h2>\n<\/header>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/HydrangeaLCSProof.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Color Conundrum (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Adding potassium or magnesium to your landscape plants will increase their cold hardiness\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/marginally-hardy-materials.pdf\">The Myth of Mineral Magic (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Use of drought-tolerant plants reduces residential water consumption\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/xeriscaping.pdf\">The Myth of Xeriscaping (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Garden plants do not become invasive\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/well-behaved-ornamentals.pdf\">The Myth of Well-Behaved Ornamentals (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Leaf wilt is the best indicator of insufficient soil moisture\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/wilting-leaves.pdf\">The Myth of Wilting Leaves (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Unless you\u2019re a poinsettia, increased light can\u2019t hurt\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/light-pollution.pdf\">The Myth of Night Light (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/mycorrhizae.pdf\">Mycorrhizae: So, What the Heck Are They, Anyway? (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Nursery tags are an accurate indicator of final plant size\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/tree-heights.pdf\">The Myth of Uniform Plant Performance (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Unless it causes visible damage, touching or brushing has little effect on plants\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/thigmomorphogenesis.pdf\">The Myth of Stoic Trees (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Landscape trees need to be headed back in the nursery to develop proper branching\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/tree-topping-2.pdf\">The Myth of Tree Topping Part II (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"builder-section-1425915438117\" class=\"row halves gutter pad-top no-bullet hanging\">\n<div style=\"\" class=\"column one \">\n<header>\n<h2>Maintaining Trees and Shrubs<\/h2>\n<\/header>\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: A bleach solution is the best choice for disinfecting pruning wounds and tools\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/cloroxed-clippers.pdf\">The Myth of Cloroxed Clippers (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Decrease fall irrigation to force landscape plants into winter dormancy\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/winter-watering.pdf\">The Myth of Winter Watering (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Always choose native plants for environmentally sustainable landscaping\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/native-plants.pdf\">The Myth of Native Plant Superiority (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: The quality of plant material is directly proportional to the price\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/plant-quality.pdf\">The Myth of Plant Quality (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Transplanted plants should have their crowns pruned to compensate for reduced root mass\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/transplant-pruning.pdf\">The Myth of Top-Pruning Transplanted Material (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: It\u2019s like a haircut \u2013 sometimes it\u2019s necessary and a tree can always grow out of a bad one\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/tree-topping.pdf\">The Myth of Tree Topping (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Vibration from traffic causes soil compaction of adjacent landscapes\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/vibration.pdf\">The Myth of Vibrating Vehicles (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Watering plants on a hot sunny day will scorch their leaves\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/leaf-scorch.pdf\">The Myth of Hot-Weather Watering (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Apply wound dressing after pruning to insure against insect or fungal invasion\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/wound-sealer.pdf\">The Myth of Wound Dressings (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div style=\"\" class=\"column two \">\n<header>\n<h2>Mulches<\/h2>\n<\/header>\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Bark mulch and sawdust are aesthetically preferable to wood chips and they work just as well\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/bark-mulch.pdf\">The Myth of Pretty Mulch (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/dust-mulches.pdf\">Myths, Miracles or Marketing? Dust Mulches (pdf)<\/a> (<a href=\"http:\/\/puyallup.wsu.edu\/lcs\/reference-dust-mulches\/\">References<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Landscape fabric provides permanent weed control for ornamental landscapes\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/landscape-fabric.pdf\">The Myth of Landscape Fabric (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Newspaper and cardboard sheet mulches are excellent ways to reduce weeds and maintain soil health in permanent landscapes\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/newspaper-mulch.pdf\">The Myth of Paper-Based Sheet Mulch (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Recycled rubber mulch is an environmentally friendly, non-toxic choice for landscapes\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/rubber-mulch.pdf\">The Myth of Rubberized Landscapes (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Wood Chips<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/wood-chips.pdf\">Myths, Miracles or Marketing? Wood Chip Mulch (pdf)<\/a> (<a href=\"http:\/\/puyallup.wsu.edu\/lcs\/reference-wood-chips\/\">References<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Wood chips made from cedars will kill landscape plants\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/aleopathic-wood-chips.pdf\">The Myth of Alleopathic Wood Chips (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Uncomposted wood chips can spread pathogenic fungi and bacteria to healthy roots\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/wood-chip-pathogens.pdf\">The Myth of Pathogenic Wood Chips (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Uncomposted yard waste mulch is harmful to plant life and negatively impacts water quality\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/toxic-yard-waste.pdf\">The Myth of Phytotoxic Yard Waste (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"builder-section-1425915441221\" class=\"row halves gutter pad-top no-bullet hanging\">\n<div style=\"\" class=\"column one \">\n<header>\n<h2>Pesticides<\/h2>\n<\/header>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/bt-biopesticides.pdf\">Myths, Miracles or Marketing? Bt Biopesticides (pdf)<\/a> (<a href=\"http:\/\/puyallup.wsu.edu\/lcs\/reference-bacillus-thuringiensis\/\">References<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Baking soda will make fungi fail and roses rejoice\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/baking-soda.pdf\">The Myth of Baking Soda (pdf)<\/a> (<a href=\"http:\/\/puyallup.wsu.edu\/lcs\/reference-baking-soda\/\">References<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Botanically derived pesticides are safer than synthetics\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/organic-pesticides.pdf\">The Myth of Organic Superiority Part II (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Compost Tea<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Compost tea is an effective alternative to traditional pesticides\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/compost-tea.pdf\">The Myth of Compost Tea Part I: Pest Control (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Aerobically-brewed compost tea suppresses disease\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/compost-tea-2.pdf\">The Myth of Compost Tea Part II: Disease Suppression (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Aerobically-brewed compost tea suppresses disease\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/compost-tea-3.pdf\">The Myth of Compost Tea Part III: Disease Suppression (pdf)<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/compost-tea-(EPA-information).doc\">EPA Statement (pdf)<\/a> on Pesticidal Use of Compost Tea)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/compost-tea-4.pdf\">Myths, Miracles or Marketing? Compost Tea (pdf)<\/a> (<a href=\"http:\/\/puyallup.wsu.edu\/lcs\/reference-compost-tea\/\">References<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Corn meal gluten is an effective organic herbicide\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/corn-gluten.pdf\">The Myth of Weed-Killing Gluten (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Glyphosate will move through root-grafts and kill non-target plants\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/herbicide-translocation.pdf\">The Myth of Wandering Weedkiller (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Success in the lab guarantees success in the field\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/harpin.pdf\">The Myth of the Magic Bullet (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/horticultural-oils.pdf\">Myths, Miracles or Marketing? Horticultural Oils (pdf)<\/a> (<a href=\"http:\/\/puyallup.wsu.edu\/lcs\/reference-horticultural-oils\/\">References<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Milk sprayed onto rose leaves will prevent fungal and bacterial diseases\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/milk-and-roses.pdf\">The Myth of Milk and Roses (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div style=\"\" class=\"column two \">\n<header>\n<h2>Planting Techniques<\/h2>\n<\/header>\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Low-oxygen root zones can be aerated by installing vertical aeration tubes\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/root-snorkels.pdf\">The Myth of Root Snorkels (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: How hard can it be to stick a plant in the ground?\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/instant-landscaping.pdf\">The Myth of Instant Landscaping (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Nursery brochures are always the best sources of appropriate planting practices\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/planting-instructions.pdf\">The Myth of Indisputable Information (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: The chemicals in pressure-treated lumber will not affect adjacent soils or plants\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/wood-preservatives.pdf\">The Myth of Protected Preservatives (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: You shouldn\u2019t disturb the rootball when transplanting trees and shrubs\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/fragile-roots.pdf\">The Myth of Fragile Roots (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Balled and burlapped root balls must be left intact during transplanting\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/bb-root-balls.pdf\">The Myth of Collapsing Root Balls (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Newly planted trees should be staked firmly and securely\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/staking.pdf\">The Myth of Staking (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Arbor Day\/Earth Day is an ideal time to install trees\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/arbor-day-planting.pdf\">The Myth of Arbor Day\/Earth Day Planting in the West (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Vitamin B-1 reduces transplant shock by stimulating new root growth\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/vitamin-b1.pdf\">The Myth of Vitamin Stimulants (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Wire baskets will not interfere with root growth of transplanted trees\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/wire-baskets.pdf\">The Myth of Mighty Roots (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"builder-section-1425915444741\" class=\"row halves gutter pad-top no-bullet hanging\">\n<div style=\"\" class=\"column one \">\n<header>\n<h2>Scientific Literacy<\/h2>\n<\/header>\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Biodynamics is a scientifically sound approach to sustainable management of plant systems\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/biodynamic-agriculture.pdf\">The Myth of Biodynamic Agriculture (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Certain species will thrive, lean on, nestle with, and support each other in groupings\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/companion-plantings.pdf\">The Myth of Companion Plantings (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: If it\u2019s published, it must be true\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/bad-science.pdf\">The Myth of Absolute Science (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Any action taken in defense of the environment is justifiable\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/ecoterrorism.pdf\">On Eco-Terrorism (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Applying horticultural practices from past eras is a sound approach to landscape management\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/horticultural-lore.pdf\">The Myth of Folklore Gardening (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Organic products are safer than chemicals\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/organic-superiority.pdf\">The Myth of Organic Superiority (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div style=\"\" class=\"column two \">\n<header>\n<h2>Soil Amendments<\/h2>\n<\/header>\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Coffee grounds will perk up my plants\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/coffee-grounds.pdf\">The Myth of Coffee Grounds (pdf)<\/a> (<a href=\"http:\/\/puyallup.wsu.edu\/lcs\/reference-coffee-grounds\/\">References<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Add a layer of gravel or other coarse material in the bottom of containers to improve drainage\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/container-drainage.pdf\">The Myth of Drainage Material in Container Plantings (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/epsom-salts.pdf\">Myths, Miracles or Marketing? Epsom Salts (pdf)<\/a> (<a href=\"http:\/\/puyallup.wsu.edu\/lcs\/reference-epsom-salts\/\">References<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Adding gypsum to your yard or garden will improve soil tilth and plant health\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/gypsum.pdf\">The Myth of Gypsum Magic (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Organic Matter<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: When transplanting trees or shrubs into landscapes, amend the backfill soil with organic matter\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/soil-amendments.pdf\">The Myth of Soil Amendments Part I (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Compost is a safe, chemical-free source of nutrients for gardens\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/clean-compost.pdf\">The Myth of Clean Compost (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Healthy soil has high organic content\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/soil-amendments-3.pdf\">The Myth of Soil Amendments Part III: Compost (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Amending your soil with organic matter will improve water quality in streams\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/soil-amendments-4.pdf\">The Myth of Soil Amendments Part IV: Water Quality (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Peat moss is an environmentally friendly organic amendment essential for many horticultural purposes\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2017\/04\/horticultural-peat.pdf\">The Myth of Permanent Peatlands (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Polyacrylamide Gels<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Polyacrylamide hydrogels are environmentally safe substances that reduce irrigation needs\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/hydrogels.pdf\">The Myth of Polyacrylamide Hydrogels (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: Are polyacrylamide hydrogels environmentally safe substances that reduce irrigation needs?\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/hydrogels-2.pdf\">The Myth of Polyacrylamide Hydrogels Part II (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/hydrogels-3.pdf\">Myths, Miracles or Marketing? Super-absorbent Water Crystals (Hydrogels) (pdf)<\/a> (<a href=\"http:\/\/puyallup.wsu.edu\/lcs\/reference-polyacrylamide-gels\/\">References<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Myth: If you have a clay soil, add sand to improve its texture\" href=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2015\/03\/soil-amendments-2.pdf\">The Myth of Soil Amendments Part II: Sand (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"donate-img aligncenter wp-image-783\" src=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2017\/06\/MugPlant_tag.png\" sizes=\"(max-width: 237px) 100vw, 237px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2017\/06\/MugPlant_tag.png 450w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2017\/06\/MugPlant_tag-198x188.png 198w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/wp-puyallup\/uploads\/sites\/403\/2017\/06\/MugPlant_tag-396x377.png 396w\" alt=\"Plant in coffee cup with a tag that reads &quot;Support&quot;\" width=\"237\" height=\"225\" \/><br ... <a href=\"https:\/\/puyallup.wsu.edu\/lcs\/?wsu_html_snippet=donate-button\" class=\"more-link\"\/><span class=\"more-default\">&raquo; More &#8230;<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":28195,"featured_media":669,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"template-builder.php","meta":[],"wsuwp_university_location":[],"wsuwp_university_org":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/puyallup.wsu.edu\/lcs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/18"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/puyallup.wsu.edu\/lcs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/puyallup.wsu.edu\/lcs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/puyallup.wsu.edu\/lcs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/28195"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/puyallup.wsu.edu\/lcs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=18"}],"version-history":[{"count":21,"href":"https:\/\/puyallup.wsu.edu\/lcs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/18\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":872,"href":"https:\/\/puyallup.wsu.edu\/lcs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/18\/revisions\/872"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/puyallup.wsu.edu\/lcs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/669"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/puyallup.wsu.edu\/lcs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=18"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"wsuwp_university_location","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/puyallup.wsu.edu\/lcs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/wsuwp_university_location?post=18"},{"taxonomy":"wsuwp_university_org","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/puyallup.wsu.edu\/lcs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/wsuwp_university_org?post=18"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}