Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Soil, Compost & Mulch”
By Bill Swantner, Bexar County Master Gardener July 2023 It’s July which means that the summer heat and scarcity of rain has set in. For gardeners, that means that it is time to apply much. What Is Mulch? Mulch is a protective covering (such as sawdust, compost, or paper) spread or left on the ground to reduce evaporation, maintain even …
by Bill Swantner, Bexar County Master Gardener It’s almost Spring garden time and there will be a lot of talk about compost, fertilizer, and mulch. What is the difference? Compost is a soil amendment. Good soil is 25% air, 25% water, 45% mineral (sand, silt, clay) and 5% organic material (decomposed plants & animals). The soil in Bexar County is …
Are you looking for a new way to improve your organic garden yields? Are you a sustainable home stead enthusiast or have an interest in raising small livestock or pets? I’d like to introduce you to rabbits! Rabbits are a great way to give your garden a maximum organic boost with a minimal investment. Rabbits are easy to take care …
