Best Soil for Raised Vegetable Beds
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Douglas Hunt on Mar 11, 2013Renee, I would aim for a mix that is about one-third native soil, one-third purchased topsoil and one-third compost.Helpful Reply
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360 Sod (Donna Dixson) on Mar 11, 2013I am a firm believer in Worm Castings for raised beds. Worm poop is one of the greatest gifts you can give any planting! Here is a pretty good explanation why that is. http://www.thewormdude.com/tag/worm-castings/Helpful Reply
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Renee F on Mar 11, 2013Thank you 4 Seasons...clicking on the link now!Helpful Reply
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Renee F on Mar 11, 2013Thanks Douglas! Appreciate it. I think that'll be my "recipe". I don't have enough homemade compost so I'll have to buy some any recommendations?Helpful Reply
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