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Subject:  Raising organic material

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308snpr

Fombell, PA

My organic material is just 2.98%. What can I add this spring to safely raise my number? Also what is a good OM to shoot for? My patch will be on virgin ground and has never been tilled. 3600 sq feet

4/17/2015 10:00:05 AM

VTWilbur

Springfield, VT

Compost is always good if available. Peat moss will also work well if you don't need to raise nutrients.

4/17/2015 10:54:25 AM

308snpr

Fombell, PA

Thank you

4/18/2015 9:51:26 AM

DHertz

Waterville, Ohio

3,000sq ft will take a lot of peat at 4.00- 7.00 a bale.. Stick to the compost at 20-30.00 per yard. I'd say O.M % over 6 is ideal for most of us growers.

4/18/2015 7:54:41 PM

308snpr

Fombell, PA

DHertz I am going to add 4 yards of compost. Thanks for the input.

4/30/2015 8:42:28 AM

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