Question from Bill: I am a new gardener to Kensington and have discovered that my soil is very heavy clay down to about 18 inches and then it appears there is hardpan under that. Lots of rocks in the clay part of the soil. What is the best method of dealing with this soil situation […]
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Soils – Page 4
Clay soil in Kensington area of San Diego
Posted by Pat Welsh
· Saturday,
March
19th,
2011
at 08:32 PM
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Categories : Soils
Soil Preparation Before Planting in a Raised Bed That Has Been Used Before
Posted by Pat Welsh
· Friday,
September
24th,
2010
at 12:39 AM
Question from Stephanie: We have just moved to a house in Los Angeles, equipped with two 7-foot-long boxes already filled with soil that’s been in there for a year or more. My daughter and I would like to plant an herb and vegetable garden but have no idea how to start. I’m assuming we have […]
Question from Elgy: Help! At least one life is at stake! I bought a lovely wisteria a month ago, despite bad luck with wisterias in the past. I chose a very deep pot and a very sunny spot in my back yard this time … then I went away, trusting in kind neighbors to water […]
How to Cure Wet Soil and Trees That Can Survive in a Wet Soil
Posted by Pat Welsh
· Thursday,
June
17th,
2010
at 12:43 AM
Question from Jonnie: What plants can I plant in an area that doesn’t drain well. It appears to remain wet a few days after rain or sprinkling the lawn – On the north side of the house and we are in zone 8. Thanks in advance for your help. Answer from Pat: If it is […]
Clay soil is not poor soil but actually has mineral richness just waiting to be unlocked with applications of humic acid combined with healthy organic methods. The fact that it holds water can be a benefit at times. Please see pages 18 to 24 of my new organic month by month book for advice how […]
Categories : Soils
Never Add Clay to Sand or Sand to Clay
Posted by Pat Welsh
· Sunday,
December
13th,
2009
at 09:13 PM
Adding sand to clay soil, in any amount, has been proven by the University of California Agricultural Extension and the U.S. Department of Agriculture to be about the worst thing anyone can do for their garden soil. Adding organic soil amendment, such as horse manure, to name just one possible amendment, is a worthy suggestion, […]
Categories : Soils
A Few Rules Regarding Soils CAUTIONS: NEVER USE DOG OR CAT MANURES IN YOUR GARDEN! (These contain dangerous pathogens and must be disposed of properly. A deep hole in the ground with a lid over can accomplish this.) DON’T ADD SAND TO CLAY OR CLAY TO SAND! (These practices produce something akin to concrete.) NEVER […]
Categories : Soils
A Glossary Of Terms Related To Soil SOIL- The surface layer of earth that supports plant life, made up of particles of weathered rock, organic matter, air, water, and microorganisms. HUMUS- Largely decomposed animal and vegetable matter in soil. FERTILE SOIL- Contains many elements and properties, like minerals, organic matter, and good drainage to make […]
Categories : Soils
The Four Scientific Categories Of Soil That Apply To You And Your Garden SAND Loose earth mainly composed of tiny particles of rock between 2 and .05 mm in size. (Scratchy, gritty, won’t hold together.) Sand can get so dry it sheds water, but sandy soils drain well and seeds sprout in them much more […]
Categories : Soils
Introduction The Wonderful World of Soil: Worldwide categories of soil; methods of categorizing soil. If you live in California and have poor soil, join the club! Many of our local soils are poor in humus and nitrogen. Good gardening begins with good soil. ASSESS YOUR SOIL: If you have good soil, the plants will be […]
Categories : Soils
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