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We had a few calls on the radio show (The 180) Yesterday about HOW- TO start a compost pile. Here is a little info to help get you started ā
This is the perfect time to start composting! You can make your own compost from the leaves, grass clippings and organic waste you already have to dispose of!
Fall is A great time to start composting. All those leaves, plants and grasses to cut back and all of the upcoming holiday food scraps add up too a great supply of usable components in a compost pile!
Starting a Compost pile is quick , easy and wonāt cost you anything to get started! Compost is one of natureās best mulches and soil amendments andĀ its natural! Plus you can use it instead of chemical fertilizers. Compost improves soil structure, texture and increases the soilās water-holding capacity. Compost loosens clay soils and helps sandy soils to retain water. The organic matter in compost provides food for microorganisms, which in turn keeps the soil in a healthy, balanced condition. Nitrogen, potassium, and phosphorus are produced naturally by the feeding of microorganisms, so few if any soil amendments will need to be added.
-Bag your grass clippings and mulch up all those leaves for the compost pile!
-Save your kitchen scraps and add them to the compost pile. Kitchen scraps are typically high in nitrogen, which helps heat up the compost pile and speed up the composting process. Egg shells, coffee grounds, fruit and vegetable peels and scraps are good candidates for the compost pie. But DONāT add meat, grease or other animal products!
ā With a compost pile, bigger is often better. Heat builds up with a bigger pile, but you donāt want to get much bigger than about 3 feet by 3 feet, if itās too big it can be hard to work around. Multiple piles may be in order .
ā Aerate your compost! If you are composting with a pile, or in a static (non-tumbling) compost bin, be sure to mix up the contents so that the pile gets oxygen and can break down effectively. Insert a few pvc pipes to get oxygen to the core and Turn it with a pitch fork from time to time .
ā Donāt let the compost completely dry out. A compost pile needs moisture to keep the composting process active , BUT , donāt keep it too wet.
ā Too much of any one material will slow down the composting process. If you have all leaves, all grass clippings or an overload of any other single type of material, it can throw off the balance of the pile. Itās best to keep a balanced mix of green (nitrogen) and brown (carbon) materials.
Once the process is complete you can use this free resource as mulch, soil amendments, top dressing for your lawn, to make compost tea for veggies & more. | Carters Nursery, Pond & Patio | Jackson, TN
Good Luck and HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
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Mark Carter
Carterās Nursery, Pond & Patio
2846 Old Medina Rd.
Jackson, Tn. 38305
Ph# 731-424-2206
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Question: What Is Diatomaceous Earth? D.E. | Carters Nursery, Pond & Patio | Jackson, Tennessee
Diatomaceous earth (DE) is a natural product made of the fossilized remains of tiny, aquatic organisms called diatoms. D.E.Ā easily crumbles to a fine powder and is used for many purposes from high end skin care products, to water purification, to farming & parasite/insect control. We can even use it to control internal parasites in our own bodies!
We use and sell āFood Gradeā Diatomaceous Earth at Carters Nursery, Pond & Patio | Jackson, Tennessee
I personally use it to kill/control fleas, ticks & ants around my home and on my pets. I also use it to worm my dogs and cats! Itās even a great organic insect dust that I use in myĀ vegetable garden! The good stuff, as pictured here, Ā is organic and food grade! Check out this video for more info –
Anytime I can turn someone on to a useful, organic product is a good day! If you haven’t tried it yourself, stop by and grab a shaker full – itās inexpensive, organic and most importantly- It Works!
Have a great day!
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In observance of the 4/20 celebration, we will be having a YUGE Herb Sale today from 8am – 2pm! ALL herbs are Buy 1 Get 1 FREE! WOW!
Culinary herbs are all important! Today on 4/20, ALL herbs are Buy 1 Get 1 FREE! BOOM! š„
Come on by today & get yourĀ šæĀ on!
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Many people want to plant a garden, but just arenāt sure… They question themselves – Will it work? Will I be able to keep up? Is it worth the effort? Etc, etc… Hereās a little graph that might just answer a few questions for you and get you out in the Landscape!
I think all gardeners question themselves from time to time. Whether your a novice thatās thinking about trying your hand šš» OR a seasoned pro questioning your resolve, this little chart has the answers.
Itās garden time in Tennessee! Letās get our hands dirty! š
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I ā¤ļø blueberries! I eat them most everyday too! They are great in oatmeal, cereal, salads, fruit salads, smoothies, pies, juice, Ad infinitum… Blueberries rock!!! They are also a native fruit that grow well in many areas.
Blueberries are a very rewarding plant. Beautiful, hardy & the fruit is so tasty and healthy! | Carters Nursery, Pond & Patio | Jackson, TN
Here in the South with our long growing season & plentiful water, growing blueberries is a no-brainerā… I LOVE to put them in with ornamentals too! They make a great fill in plant along a sunny foundation or a backdrop for a bird feeding area or even as a screening hedge! Very versatile š
Tips for Growing –
– One of theĀ most important things to remember when growing blueberry plants is that they need a very lowĀ PH (acidic 4.5 ā 5.5 or so)Ā to grow well & thrive. So yearly you have to check PH and usually add an acidifier like Sulfur, Aluminum Sulfate, Ammonium Sulfate, etcā¦ I usually opt for the organic sulfur because I am eating theseĀ šĀ AND, I think it gives a better, sweeter taste.
I recommend using an Organic Acidifier (Sulfur) to keep the PH low. This will make for healthy, vigorous Blueberries, that just taste great! | Carters Nursery, Pond & Patio | Jackson, TN
– If your planting Blueberries in our area, initial soil prep is key! Build up beds a little to aid in drainage. Till in some peat and some organic compost. Apply sulfur as needed based on PH test.
– Planting the right varieties is huge too! Always choose Southern Rabbit eye varieties for success in our area. A few of my favorites are ā Premier, Tifblue, Powder Blue &Ā Climax. Fertilize with an organic fertilizer for fruit inĀ late Winter/earlyĀ Spring. Then IĀ feed several times throughout the season with an organic compost tea and side dress mid seasonĀ with a little composted manure.Ā Mulching is very important too! Try crushed pine bark or pine needles. Both are acidic and work well.
– Click on this link below to learn about how to trim/prune your blueberries for better form & function!
https://savvygardening.com/pruning-blueberries/
PS: This is a great time to set out some blueberries! And, a great time to prune & apply compost & sulphur for PH to your existing bushes.
Good Luck! & Happy Gardening!
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FALL is one of my Favorite times of the yearly ! Cooler weather, planting, gardening, fire pits, football šĀ and all the family gatherings – Wonderful!
We are finishing up a beautiful Fall Color Show! But, like they always say – Fall color is here today & gone tomorrow…
All this beautiful color has gave way to the incredible yearly leaf šĀ fall… Thatās whyĀ Fall is a GREAT time to start a compost pile! Ā All those leaves + all the plants and grasses that we have to cut back + all of the upcoming holiday food scraps = a great supply of FREE usable components in an āall natural compost pile!
We have organic vermicompost and supplies at Carters Nursery, Pond & Patio | Jackson, TN
Starting a Compost pile is quick , easy and wonāt cost you anything to get started! Compost is one of natureās best mulches and soil amendments andĀ its natural! Plus you can use it instead of chemical fertilizers to feed your veggies & other plants.
Make your leaf cleanup meaningful & productive by starting a compost pile or two.
PLUS –
- Ā Compost improves soil structure & texture, plus it increases the soilās water-holding capacity.
- Compost loosens clay soils and helps sandy soils to retain water.
- The organic matter in compost provides food for microorganisms, which in turn keeps the soil in a healthy, balanced condition.
- Nitrogen, potassium, and phosphorus are produced naturally by the feeding of microorganisms, so few if any soil amendments will need to be added.
Keep it simple. Layer your lawn clipping, leaves & kitchen scraps to make great FREE compost!
Itās easy to get started
-Bag your grass clippings and mulch up all those leaves for the compost pile!
-Save your kitchen scraps and add them to the compost pile! Kitchen scraps are high in nitrogen, which helps heat up the compost pile and speed up the composting process.
– Egg shells, coffee grounds, fruit and vegetable peels and scraps are good candidates for the compost pie. But DONāT add meat, grease or other animal products!
ā With a compost pile, bigger is often better. Heat builds up with a bigger pile, but you donāt want to get much bigger than about 3 feet by 3 feet, if itās too big it can be hard to work around. Multiple piles may be in order .
ā Aerate your compost! If you are composting with a pile, or in a non-tumbling compost bin, be sure to mix up the contents so that the pile gets oxygen and can break down well. It helps to turn it with a pitch fork from time to time .
ā Donāt let the compost completely dry out. A compost pile needs moisture to keep the composting process active , BUT , donāt keep it too wet.
ā Too much of any one material will slow down the composting process. If you have all leaves, all grass clippings or an overload of any other single type of material, it can throw off the balance of the pile. Itās best to keep a balanced mix of green (nitrogen) and brown (carbon) materials.
When ready, this compost will be wonderful for the whole garden!
Good Luck and HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
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