by Matt Gibson and Erin Marissa Russell Peat moss and compost are two all-natural soil amendments that are commonly used by modern gardeners to adjust the physical structure of the soil and to help improve fertility and increase nutrient levels. Each of these soil amendments … [Read more...]
Compost vs. Mulch: What’s the Difference?
by Matt Gibson Compost is organic matter, everything from leaves to kitchen scraps, that has been decomposed. Mulch is a layer of organic materials that gardeners place over the top layer of their soil as a protective cover. There are many different types of mulch, and … [Read more...]
Peat Moss vs. Coco Coir: Which Should You Use?
by Matt Gibson and Erin Marissa Russell Coconut Coir, the widely-used hydroponic growing medium, is in recent years rising in popularity as a soil conditioner, in many cases replacing the use of peat moss, as both are very similar products. So, the question is, which one is … [Read more...]
Compost vs Soil: What’s the Difference?
by Matt Gibson Compost and soil are relatively similar to each other, and therefore it can sometimes be hard for people to distinguish between the two mediums. Adding a layer of compost or a layer of topsoil to your garden soil mix will help to add nutrients to depleted soils … [Read more...]
Compost vs. Fertilizer, Explained
by Matt Gibson and Erin Marissa Russell Compost or fertilizer? What's the difference? Which one should you be using in your yard or garden? Or should you use both? Everyone who is interested in growing their own plants wants to create a healthy garden environment. To keep … [Read more...]
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