As a horse owner you’re probably all too familiar with the large amounts of manure produced by these animals on a daily basis. While composting is a popular way to put all that poop to good use some may wonder – can you burn horse manure as an alternate disposal method? The short answer is … Read more
Cucumbers are one of the most popular vegetables grown in home gardens. With their refreshing crunch and versatile uses, it’s no wonder why so many gardeners strive for a bountiful harvest of cucumbers each year. However, achieving optimal growth and abundant yields requires providing cucumbers with the right balance of nutrients. This brings us to … Read more
Black Friday is one of the biggest shopping days of the year and BuildASoil is excited to announce huge savings on all your favorite living soil products. Whether you’re a novice gardener or an expert cultivator this is the perfect time to stock up on essentials for starting and maintaining a thriving organic garden. Keep … Read more
As an organic fertilizer, horse manure offers many benefits for gardens and farms. But sourcing quality manure for free or cheap can be a challenge. This guide shares tips for locating free horse manure near you. Why Get Free Manure? Using horse manure in your garden provides: Rich nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium to … Read more
Soil3’s signature Big Yellow Bag contains 1 cubic yard of high-quality compost soil blend delivered right to your door. This bag provides an easy, mess-free way to enrich your lawn, garden beds, flower pots, and more. Read on to learn everything you need to know about Soil3’s Big Yellow Bag. What is Soil3? Soil3 is … Read more
Hydrated lime is a type of lime product used for various purposes, including gardening. It can be used to raise soil pH in acidic soils and provide calcium. However, hydrated lime is caustic and requires safe handling. This article covers the differences between hydrated lime and agricultural lime, how to use hydrated lime properly, and … Read more
As you finish that last ear of sweet corn, don’t toss the leftover cobs in the trash! Corn cobs can absolutely be composted, adding valuable organic matter to your compost pile. But to break down properly, some preparation is needed. Read on to learn the best practices for composting corn cobs. The Benefits of Composting … Read more
Reap the Benefits of Spent Mushroom Compost for Your Garden As an avid gardener, I’m always on the lookout for ways to improve my soil and help my plants thrive. One amendment I’ve come to rely on is spent mushroom compost. This recycled byproduct of commercial mushroom farming makes an excellent addition to garden beds … Read more
When it comes to fertilizing roses, bone meal is often touted as an essential addition. The advice to toss some bone meal in the planting hole is commonly given to new rose gardeners But what exactly is bone meal, and is it really beneficial for roses? Let’s take a closer look at the science behind … Read more
You may have heard of products like lime dust, lime powder, or hydrated lime before But what exactly are these materials and what are they used for? This article provides an overview of what lime dust is along with its many industrial, agricultural, and domestic applications. What is Lime Dust? Lime dust, lime powder, hydrated … Read more