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 [...]

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 [...]