by Full Circle Soils & Compost | Jun 21, 2016 | Gardening and Growing Tips, Latest, Uncategorized
Mulch: The Secret To A Lush Garden and A Lower Water Bill A surprising number of gardeners we talk to still aren’t using the right mulch. More surprisingly, some gardeners still aren’t using mulch at all. What’s the right way to do things, you ask–to...
by Full Circle Soils & Compost | May 20, 2016 | Gardening and Growing Tips, Misc, Nevada Compost, Nevada Landscape, Reno Compost, Soil Science, Tips, Uncategorized
Accurately watering your plants can be challenging without proper knowledge of soil, climate and other planting factors. As a general rule, too much watering can lead to suffocation of the roots, while too little watering can deplete soil of essential hydration. So...
by Full Circle Soils & Compost | May 20, 2016 | Composting, Gardening and Growing Tips, Get Ready for Spring, Green, Misc, Nevada Compost, Reno Compost, Tips, Uncategorized
Written by: Angela Thomas, NY City Pest Control Soil Degradation and Erosion Soil degradation has become a major concern among many farmers. Degradation can be defined as soil that has been contaminated by: Salinization: the accumulation of soluble salts, causing...
by Full Circle Soils & Compost | Apr 26, 2016 | Gardening, Gardening and Growing Tips, Get Ready for Spring, Latest, Tips, Uncategorized
It’s no secret, spending time with friends is good for you! But did you know that plants have friends too? Placing compatible plants next to each other allows them to benefit the company. This strategy, known as companion planting, helps deter pests, increase the...
by Full Circle Soils & Compost | Apr 12, 2016 | Gardening and Growing Tips, Tips, Uncategorized
With the recent April showers (and sunny days just around the corner), we’re all eager to get our hands in the ground and finally start gardening. But not so fast! Let’s take a quick look around backyard to make sure your garden is fully prepped to receive new plants....
by Full Circle Soils & Compost | Mar 29, 2016 | DIY, Gardening and Growing Tips, Uncategorized
Oh yes, it’s April in Northern Nevada … well, technically it’s April everywhere. But, this month always bring furrowed eyebrows to the faces of gardeners in and around Northern Nevada. Why? Because it’s a time of gambling, sort of. See, April could be the month that...