Soil and Compost Projects
How to Apply a Bark Mulch
It is very important to apply a mulch over thoroughly wet soil.
The best time to mulch is late winter and early spring when the rain has completely soaked the soil. If you need to apply a mulch at any other time then soak the area first, preferably...
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How to Test Your Soil
If you are new to gardening one of the first things to do before you start planting is to establish what sort of soil you have. The simplest way to do this is to use a soil testing kit. If your soil is acidic it means that different plants will thriv...
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How to Make Leafmould
Clearing leaves from your lawn maybe a boring job to do but its very important for the health of your autumn lawn. Leaving leaves where they fall will starve your lawn of light and can quickly cause the spread of fungal disease.
Having done the hard...
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How to Improve Your Soil
Maintaining nutrients levels in your soil is vital if you are to grow healthy plants. Therefore, it is really essential to improve your soil regularly by digging in organic matter.
These natural materials will absorb and hold water in the soil and i...
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