by Rene | Sep 8, 2024 | Soil Building
To grow a lush garden, you need nutrient-rich soil. Regular compost will do the trick, but it’s not the only option. Mushroom compost can act as both a soil conditioner and a mulch to feed your plants and help retain moisture. In this mushroom compost guide, we’ll...
by Rene | Aug 1, 2024 | Soil Building
What’s the secret to a healthy, fruitful garden? Nutrient-rich soil. What’s the simplest way to get nutrient-rich soil naturally and without spending a fortune? Compost. In this guide, we’ll share how to start composting for beginners, what not to compost and common...
by Mike | Jul 26, 2023 | Soil Building
Your raised garden bed soil isn’t “natural.” Instead, you’ve added your own potting mix, raised bed soil, compost and more into your bed. However, one issue that you may run into is drainage. Perlite can help you improve your bed’s drainage by adding this little...
by Rene | Jul 22, 2023 | Soil Building
One of the biggest benefits of raised garden beds is that you’re in control of the soil. With a traditional in-ground garden, you can amend the soil over time, but for the most part, you have to work with the soil you have. But even with a raised bed, it’s beneficial...
by Rene | Jul 3, 2023 | Soil Building
There are so many benefits of raised bed gardening. But one of the trickiest parts of getting started is figuring out how to mix your soil. What kind of soil do you need? Will you need amendments? How do you mix it all together? Don’t worry – mixing soil isn’t...
