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- Q.Soil And Poor Growth - I have a very small community garden plot which I got midsummer last year. It was rather late in the ...
- Q.Salt In Soil - The children's plots at my local pre-school seem to have been overdosed with salt that had been put down to ...
- Q.Stump Killer Removal From Soil - Four weeks ago I used Wilko stump remover to kill ivy up a fence. Could you please advise to how ...
- Q.Tomato Plants - How to determine if the soil has enough nutrients and also how to know if I am under watering or ...
- Q.Chicken Poo And Lasagna - I defiantly need to explain that title! This year my soil is looking poor and the weeds are getting the ...
- Q.Red Clay Mud - My front yard is full shade and my soil is red clay mud. Double whammy! I have used gardening soil ...
- Q.Garden Soil - I am not sure if you can help me because this is in a greenhouse, but I am sure you ...
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June 18, 2016Q.Soil and poor growth
I have a very small community garden plot which I got midsummer last year. It was rather late in the growing season, but what I planted did well. This spring, I added compost which had been delivered to our gardens - it was quite fine and black - not quite as chunky as a lot of compost I have used. I added about an inch of it over my plot and I am finding that things are not growing very well. They seem to quickly go to seed and some plants, like the yellow bean plants or the tarragon, have leaves that look quite yellow. Do you have any idea what the problem might be? Thanks for your help.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
June 20, 2016A.A lack of nutrients is most likely the issue here, especially if you normally do not fertilize. If you have healthy foliage, then the soil is likely too high in nitrogen. If so, you will get plants with plenty of foliage growth but little to no blooms. You can offset this by adding some phosphorus rich fertilizer or bone meal to the soil around your plants. This article should help as well: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/bone-meal-fertilizer.htm
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- Asked by
alanpercival on
July 1, 2016
CT6 7QBQ.Salt in soil
The children's plots at my local pre-school seem to have been overdosed with salt that had been put down to deter slugs. They can't use slug pellets. Is it possible to do this and, if so, what remedy can be applied?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 2, 2016A.Here are some articles that will help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/kill-garden-slugs.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/reversing-soil-salinity.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
tigga on
July 3, 2016
LS12 2DQQ.stump killer removal from soil
Four weeks ago I used Wilko stump remover to kill ivy up a fence. Could you please advise to how long before I can replant in this area or will the rain have washed it out by now? Friend suggested pouring boiling water over the area. Would like your opinion to whether this will make the soil safe to plant into. regards Ann
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 6, 2016A.You will need to read the application directions and information on the package to determine carry over in the soil.
Most packaging contains a Customer Service number that can also answer questions specific to their product.
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AJ'sammar on
July 3, 2016
10314Q.Tomato Plants
How to determine if the soil has enough nutrients and also how to know if I am under watering or over watering the plant? Also, why some tomatoes are rotting at the bottom of the plant? How can I get a test kit for soil?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 6, 2016A.A soil test is needed to determine what nutrients your soil has or what is needed to amend it.
Your County Extension Office can help you with a soil test for a nominal fee.
Here is a link to help you locate your nearest office.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search/https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-soil.htm
These links will help you with your Tomato plants.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/tomato-blossom-rot.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/growing-tomatoes-guide.htm
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Anonymous on
July 13, 2016Q.Chicken poo and lasagna
I defiantly need to explain that title! This year my soil is looking poor and the weeds are getting the upper hand. I have a battle plan for next year of first laying a very thick layer of fresh chicken poop down and tilling in then laying straw and cardboard on top to do the lasagna effect to smother weeds. I plan on leaving it this way for the entire 2016 year then uncovering later winter to let life start coming back to the soil as spring warms. My question is, does this sound like a solid plan or what flaws do you see with this? It's a very large area and I don't have the equipment to do a large compost pile (though I'd love to) and to move it around. Thank you for your time, hope you can still eat lunch after this headline. Ellen :)
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 13, 2016A.The idea of using time and manure to reset your garden is a good one!
I will give you this link that will help you get the pattern and material list in order.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/lasagna-gardening.htm
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Donnacox on
July 17, 2016
42701Q.Red clay mud
My front yard is full shade and my soil is red clay mud. Double whammy! I have used gardening soil in the holes when planting flowers but everything dies. Rots actually from the shady dampness is my guess. Is there anything besides (along with) gardening soil that I can put in the hole that might help? Many Thanks. Donna
- Answered by
kh0001 on
July 18, 2016A.Sure, there are several things you can do to improve your soil condition. Keep in mind it takes time! These articles may help you:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic/how-to-easily-improve-your-clay-soil.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/how-to-improve-clay-soil.htm
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p on
July 19, 2016
81623 zone 4Q.garden soil
I am not sure if you can help me because this is in a greenhouse, but I am sure you have some knowledge, as it is just soil. I had a soil test done on my soil in my greenhouse and my Nitrate-nitrogen level are very high 72.0 ppm. How can I lower this? The pH was high 7.4, organic material high 11.8, potassium high 183.9 ppm. he soil is sandy, clay loam in texture. What can I do to correct this? If you can't help me, any suggestion of who might be able to? Thank you for your time and thoughts.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 20, 2016A.One of the first things after receiving your soil test results is knowing what the soil and nutrient needs are of the particular plants that you are growing. Not every plant has the same needs.
Here are some articles to help you get started.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-soil.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/adding-lime-to-soil.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/lower-acid-soil.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/nitrogen-plant-fertilizer.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/aluminum-in-garden-soil.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/zinc-and-plant-growth.htmWas this answer useful?00
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