Backyard Conservation | Ohio State University Extension - Summit County

Provides soil testing information, pesticide education, and plant and insect identification. Distributes information regarding lawn and garden care, yard waste management and environmental issues. NOTE: No longer offers soil testing directly.

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211 Summit

Physical Address

440 Vernon Odom Boulevard, Akron, OH 44307

Hours

Office hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00am to 4:00pm. Call before heading to site.

Voice

(330) 928-4769

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Application process

Call the office at the Master Gardener Hotline or visit the website for more information.

Fee

Cost for Soil kits and processing, call for the most current fee. Agriculture and Natural Resources guidance no charge. Provides information on services that offer and charge a small fee for soil testing. Call for current rates.

Eligibility

Serves residents of Summit County.

Languages

None.

Service area

Summit County, Ohio

Agency info

Ohio State University Extension - Summit County

Provides educational materials and information on food and nutrition, parenting, community development, horticultural and conducts the 4-H youth development program.