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How Long Does Blood Meal Last In Soil?

July 18, 2023 by Taylor Costa
how long does blood meal last in soil

Fertilizer is one of the most important factors for plant health. Currently, you can find many different types of fertilizers such as organic fertilizers, chemical fertilizers, blood meal, bone meal, … Read more

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Fertilizer for Trees – This Is How You Fertilize Deciduous Trees

September 29, 2022June 18, 2021 by Taylor Costa
Fertilizer for Trees – This Is How You Fertilize Deciduous Trees

In nature, trees provide themselves with nutrients and thus maintain the nutrient cycle. In the garden, the prerequisites for this are usually not given, be it because the soil is … Read more

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Can You Put Orange Peels in Compost? Find Out Here!

September 29, 2022June 1, 2021 by Taylor Costa
can you put orange peels in compost

A lot of people worry about compost and what the right mix is to keep their plants growing healthily. One thing many gardeners have recommended to use orange peels in … Read more

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Will Mushroom Compost Burn Plants?

September 29, 2022May 31, 2021 by Taylor Costa
will mushroom compost burn plants

There are different types of compost gardeners can use to help improve their plants’ growth. One of them is mushroom compost, which is known as a soil builder, keeping soil … Read more

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What You Need to Know About Organic Source of Silica for Plants

September 29, 2022May 28, 2021 by Taylor Costa
organic source of silica for plants

You may have already grown familiar with nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium, all of which are required to maintain good plant health. That’s why there are fertilizers that contain the NPK! … Read more

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Is Horse Manure Good For Vegetable Gardens? Important Things You Need to Know

September 28, 2022April 2, 2021 by Taylor Costa
is horse manure good for vegetable gardens

A number of first-time gardeners ask us – is horse manure good for vegetable gardens? Perhaps you are looking to improve the quality of your soil. Or you prefer a … Read more

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Are Cigarette Ashes Good for Plants? The Truth Behind Cigarette Ash and Plant Growth

September 28, 2022March 10, 2021 by Taylor Costa
are cigarette ashes good for plants

There are many things we may have heard when it comes to growing our plants, and one odd statement you might come across is that cigarette ash is helpful for … Read more

Categories Composting, General Houseplant Care

What is the Difference Between Plant Food and Fertilizer?

September 28, 2022February 25, 2021 by Taylor Costa
what is the difference between plant food and fertilizer

New and beginner gardeners are probably familiar with the basics, such as watering the plants regularly and fertilizing them now and then. But what not a lot of us know … Read more

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Using Vinegar to Acidify Soil for Blueberries: Does It Work?

September 28, 2022September 12, 2020 by Taylor Costa
using vinegar to acidify soil for blueberries

You probably know vinegar as a kitchen staple, giving dishes more flavor! However, they are also useful in other things, such as cleaning sinks and counters, and even to naturally … Read more

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Which Vegetables Do Not Like Manure? Helpful Organic Gardening Tips

September 28, 2022July 30, 2020 by Taylor Costa
which vegetables do not like manure

You may be wondering about which vegetables do not like manure. It is a fact that many organic gardens use animal manure as fertilizer. This is a natural source of … Read more

Categories Composting, General Vegetable Garden Care

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