Raised Beds – Jay Mertz

June 7th, 2011

            Permanent garden beds make gardening easier, healthier and more fun.  These permanent beds are more often referred to as raised beds.  Simply meaning that the growing surface is higher than the native soil.             The type of gardening practiced in raised bed gardening is referred to as intensive planting or gardening.  This type of [...]

Lawn Care

March 29th, 2011

     Contrary to popular belief, lawn care is more than a spring and summer project. The more preparation done during the off season months –late winter/early spring – the less of a project it will be during those late spring and summer months. Enjoy your lawn when it is in its peak season and worry [...]

Yum Yum Mix

March 29th, 2011

All in the name, Soil Mender’s Yum Yum Mix is the craving your soil has been crumbling for! Specially formulated for nutrient-hungry soils, Yum Yum Mix develops fertile, living soil and a balanced pH creating vibrant, healthy lawns, vegetable gardens, flowers, shrubs, and trees. Yum Yum Mix is composed of a banquet of nutrients that [...]

Raised Bed Gardening

March 29th, 2011

     Raised bed gardening is a great alternative to the conventional gardening bed in that it puts the fun and creative back into growing. This versatile garden allows you to create the soil environment entirely by being able to fill with a custom soil that fits your plants needs. And lets not forget about the [...]

Soil Conditioning

March 29th, 2011

     Feed the soil that feeds the plant. To be able to construct, raise, or create a stable structure you must first have a solid, supporting base. The same is true for soil and plant life. Beginning with a good soil foundation is key to be able to support growing vegetation.      Most soils are [...]