Tag Archives: soil

Creating Easy Garden Beds

Posted on September 9, 2011 by Amy Mullen

Gardeners never seem to have enough space. We use trellises to grow plants vertically, we add pots to colonize the pavement, and we periodically eye the lawn, wondering if we can fit in one more bed. The problem is that … Continue reading →

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Captivated by Compost

Posted on September 2, 2011 by Amy Mullen

Passionate, organic gardeners revere compost. Compost improves soil’s texture, its fertility, its ability to hold moisture, and the amount of microorganisms it can host. Compost feeds the soil, which in turn makes for healthy plants. And most amazing of all, it … Continue reading →

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The Magic of Mulch

Posted on May 13, 2011 by Amy Mullen

We at Spotts Garden Service spend a lot of time spreading mulch, which is basically anything you put over the top of your soil to keep weeds down and moisture in. We use shredded hardwood and straight compost most often … Continue reading →

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