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Rock vs. Mulch: Which Ground Cover Is Right for You?

By |2024-10-30T04:51:15+00:0010 December 2024|News|

When it comes to landscaping, choosing the right ground cover can have a significant impact on both the appearance and functionality of your outdoor space. Two of the most popular options for ground cover are rocks and mulch, each offering unique benefits depending on your specific needs and preferences. At Skagit Soils, we offer a wide variety of both mulch and rock products, making it easy to find the perfect option for your landscape. [...]

Why Soil Quality Matters

By |2024-10-30T04:51:30+00:0026 November 2024|News|

Soil isn’t just dirt; it’s a complex mixture of organic matter, minerals, and microorganisms that provide essential nutrients to plants. The quality of the soil you use directly impacts plant growth, water retention, and overall soil health. Poor soil quality can lead to problems such as nutrient deficiencies, poor drainage, and compacted soil, all of which hinder plant development. By choosing high-quality soil, you give your plants the best possible chance to flourish. Types [...]

Compost 101: How It Can Improve Your Garden’s Health

By |2024-10-30T04:51:38+00:0012 November 2024|News|

Compost is often referred to as "black gold" for gardeners, and for good reason. This nutrient-rich material is created from decomposed organic matter, such as food scraps, leaves, and grass clippings, and can do wonders for your garden’s soil. At Skagit Soils, we’re passionate about providing high-quality compost to help you cultivate a healthier, more vibrant garden. In this post, we’ll explore what compost is, how it improves your garden, and why you should [...]

The Benefits of Using Mulch in Your Garden: A Complete Guide

By |2024-11-05T05:37:37+00:0029 October 2024|Gardening|

Mulching is one of the simplest and most effective practices you can use to improve the health and appearance of your garden. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, mulch offers numerous benefits that enhance the soil, promote plant growth, and reduce the time and effort needed to maintain your landscape. At Skagit Soils, we offer a variety of high-quality mulch options perfect for any garden or landscape project. Let’s explore why [...]

The 55 Uses of Biochar

By |2024-10-07T10:51:06+00:008 May 2023|Agriculture|

Biochar – that black charcoal like substance discussed so often in recent days for its miraculous effects on soil and compost – is good for more than just your garden. One of the key materials for a sustainable future of the planet, biochar has many other uses that can be integrated into new organic systems for farming, building, clothing, electronics and a whole range of consumer products. Biochar can initiate multiple cascades to optimize [...]

Gardening With Compost

By |2024-10-09T11:56:29+00:0030 March 2023|Gardening, Tips|

How do I apply compost to my garden? New garden beds take a 3-4 inch layer of compost on the soil’s surface. You may also add other amendments at this time if needed, but this step is not always necessary. Next, using a shovel, spade, digging fork, rototiller or garden tool of your choice, mix and incorporate the top 8-12 inches of soil with the applied compost. Established garden beds only need a quarter-inch to 1-inch deep layer of compost on the soil’s surface. Add other amendments if necessary. Mix and incorporate the material into the top 8-12 inches of the soil. It’s ideal to wait 1 to 2 weeks before planting or seeding into your newly prepared garden space. Consider using our General Soil blend for your general gardening needs. Our General Soil is a combination of [...]

Compost Use Conserves Water

By |2024-10-07T11:09:55+00:0027 March 2023|Agriculture|

There is no disputing the fact that using compost in agriculture is an effective water conservation measure. In 2017, the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), housed in the U.S. Department of Agriculture, released an estimate that 1% organic matter in the top 6 inches of soil holds about 27,000 gallons of water/acre. “This estimate is suitable for simple and rough estimates of potential increases in soil water-holding capacities associated with increases in soil organic [...]

Winter Composting

By |2024-10-07T11:12:23+00:005 December 2022|Gardening, Tips|

PRO GARDENING TIP:  FALL-WINTER MULCHING Many of us add compost to our vegetable gardens during the Spring planting season.  Savvy gardeners compost after garden cleanup for even better results.  Over the Winter, our abundant rain packs down exposed soil and washes away nutrients.  A layer of compost is a breathable cover of organic material that protects and nourishes garden beds, giving our vegetables a head start when we’re ready to plant. After Fall garden [...]

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