We can Answer Your Questions
Mondays and Thursdays --- 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
April thru October
The OSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Program provides intensive training in horticulture to interested Ohio residents, who then volunteer their time assisting with educational programs and activities for Ohio residents through their local OSU Extension county office.
One of those services is an open clinic located in the Extension Offices to assist our community with problems they are experiencing in their gardens, lawns, orchards and homes.
MGVs can provide guidance on the following issues or concerns regarding your yard or home:
- Insect ID - Good or bad?
- Plant ID - What is it?
- Invasive or native plant?
- Vegetables, garden diseases?
- Pruning help
- Lawn problems
The clinic continues to address questions throughout the slower winter season as needed. Please submit questions to the office by calling 330-533-5538 or by emailing us at mahoningclinic@osu.edu. Please attach photos and add any information that would be helpful to research your plant and pest questions.
You may also use the fillable clinic form, Diagnostic Clinic Form, and email it to mahoningclinic@osu.edu.
Other helpful links to answers to your questions are available 24/7.
Soil Testing
Bring one cup of DRY soil in a brown bag or ziplock bag to our office for soil testing. The cost is just $20.00. We will prepare and mail your soil to be tested, results are mailed directly to you. We will also receive a copy of your results in order to answer questions and help plan your crops, lawn, or garden area.
Soil testing is important. Get the information you need and the forms you need to test your soil whether it be fields and crops or home lawn and garden.
The soil test is an excellent measure of soil fertility. It is a very inexpensive way of maintaining good plant health and maximum crop productivity.
Be sure to take a proper sample. This is a factsheet with tips to help you do this.