Application Guide
Compost is a soil amendment which promotes healthy, strong plants by improving the soil in several ways:
- Increases drainage and enhances aeration in heavy clay soils;
- Increases moisture and nutrient retention in sandy soils;
- Provides some nutrients and micro nutrients;
- Improves soil texture.
Suggested Applications:
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* Establishing New Lawns
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3 cu yards/1000 sq. ft.
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Apply compost evenly to surface. Till into existing soils to a depth of 4-6". Sod or seed as desired. Water thoroughly.
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* Top Dressing Existing Lawns
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1 1/2 cu. yards/1000 sq. ft.
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Thatch or aerate lawn. Apply compost evenly by broadcasting or raking. Water thoroughly.
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* Mending Bare Spots in Lawn
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1 1/2 cu yards/1000 sq. ft.
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Apply compost evenly to surface and mix to a depth of 3-4". Sod or reseed. Water thoroughly.
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* New Flower Gardens
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3 cu. yards/1000 sq. ft.
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Apply compost to surface. Till into existing soils to a depth of 4-6". Install plants or seed as desired. Water thoroughly.
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Cubic Yards of Compost Required to Cover 1,000 Square Feet:
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| * 1/4 inch layer | = | approximately 0.75 cubic yards |
| * 1/2 inch layer | = | approximately 1.5 cubic yards |
| * 1 inch layer | = | approximately 3.0 cubic yards |
| * 1 1/2 inch layer | = | approximately 4.5 cubic yards |
| * 2 inch layer | = | approximately 6.0 cubic yards |
| * 2 1/2 inch layer | = | approximately 7.5 cubic yards |
| * 3 inch layer | = | approximately 9.0 cubic yards |
Cubic Yards of Compost Required to Cover a Specific Area:
Formula:
Specific are to cover (expressed as square feet) x amount of compost to
apply (expressed as depth in inches) x 0.0031 = equals cubic yards of
compost to cover a specific area.
(____ sq. ft x ____ inches of compost x 0.0031 = ____ cu. yd.)