The following is a list of additional soil amendments to layer on or dig into your soils.
Hay and straw: Hay and straw are generally inexpensive sources of organic material. They are relatively low in nutrients but will give soil a big boost in humus. They are available directly from farms or from any source that [...]
Below is a list of soil amendments that you can choose from to layer on or dig into your soils. Factors to consider in selecting soil amendments and mulches are the availability, cost, ease of handling, and pH range of the materials.
Compost: Finished compost is an excellent soil amendment. You can make it yourself or [...]
Simply put, mulch is a layer of organic or synthetic material which is laid on top of your garden soil. This top layer is designed to help the soil hold moisture longer, prevent soil from eroding, prevent the soil from fluctuating in temperature too drastically, and prevent weeds from easily being able to grow around [...]
