What Type Of Soil Conditioner Should I Use In Conjunction With Steer Manure In My Vegetable Garden?

Question

I have 6 raised beds for vegetables….96 sq. feet. They all have soil but I need to recondition the dirt for this summer growing. If I use steer manure, how much for that amount of area and also how much and what type of soil conditioner should I use?

Answer 1

Make sure the steer manure is composted before using it. You might consider a soil test before adding amendments. Then layer an inch or two of amendments on top and work into soil. This article should help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/what-is-soil-conditioner.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/how-to-condition-soil.htm