Is wood ash good for the garden? - wood garden planters
I have a fireplace and wondered if the ashes of some use in my garden would be? Someone suggested to put around plants is good for you (cold of course)?
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Wood Garden Planters Is Wood Ash Good For The Garden?
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If the wood ash is ok, I use in my garden, but not coal ash.
Yes, it is to sit but not much in the same place at the same time and try not to the same place too often. To check equipment, because some do not, and they die.
Ideal for the garden, my love apple
Ideal for the garden, my love apple
Yes! But if you in the rain for a period of time, all of these benefits will be removed if you do not have to use the registry to keep covered, until needed, or virtually useless.
Yes, it is better to mix and spread with a fork. To do this, well in spring and water after. Do not use mixed too much too close to the roots, but in the earth.
Wood ash does not contain nitrogen! about 10% potassium, with small amounts of other nutrients. Normally used as a soil conditioner and can be used instead of lime, since it is strongly alkaline
This means that you need to get a soil test before you use it too liberally. Rake as in the case of fruit trees to support the productive fruiting.
Yes, but it's enough as fertilizer before planting
If the garden properly.
Wood ash is added nitrogen in the soil. Soil may or may not also benefit. Most major universities with the Ministry of Agriculture. To test your soil for a small fee and tell you exactly what is required addenda.
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