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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    February 20, 2014
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    If you are planning on reapplying mulch this spring, then no. You can simply mix the topsoil in with it or place it over top. If you are not planning on adding any new mulch, then you can simply rake the mulch to the side and then add your topsoil, replacing the mulch afterwards.

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    Nikki on
    March 5, 2014
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    Seaweed is actually quite nutritious for plants. In addition to using seaweed extract, if you are near the coast at all (or know someone that is), you could also try harvesting some seaweed and composting it for your garden. Here is more information on that: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/ingredients/composting-seaweed.htm

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    Nikki on
    March 6, 2014
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    If it is a clumping type of kitty litter, I would not use it in the garden due to the chemicals in it. If it is a normal clay-based kitty litter, it can go into the garden, but it will not dry up areas. Do not add it to sandy soil. This will harden the soil and damage it.

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    Nikki on
    March 6, 2014
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    Yes, a mix of those 3 items will provide the main nutrients plants need and should work well.

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    Nikki on
    March 17, 2014
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    Nikki on
    March 21, 2014
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    It is hard to say as they are influences by many factors. In general, powdered lime will leech out of the soil fast than pelletized. Powdered lime will work faster, but the amount of time it woks faster is small, almost nothing really.

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    Nikki on
    March 21, 2014
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