Can the same soil be used from year to year?
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Sure it can.We lined the box with landscape cloth then added sand, soil, peat moss, and vermiculite. You may need to add compost next year, but the soil will always be good. You may want to consider a yearly soil test also. Important thing is to have fun with your garden-using a raised bed/square foot-type of approach is a great way to do it. Best wishes for fun gardening season.
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I'm adding some new soil and will mix it with what I used last year. When I plant, I add a little Miracle gro fertilizer to pump up the soil as well. I hope we don't have as much rain as we did last year!
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Absolutely. I use mine that way most of the time. Actually bought 2 tubs. Love the fact that I can load one up, haul it, pick it up and place the other tub in its place without having to empty the first one. There are little 'feet' on the tub that fit into notches in the bed. Today, I hauled two 50 lb bags of soil, some new plants, and a bottle of fertilizer from my car to my back yard -- in one trip -- and over freshly laid sod that was wet and more than a bit bumpy and uneven. Mighty Max moved right along and never coughed or sputtered. Wheels were covered with clay and grass pieces, but those wide tires are relentless. Absolutely. I use mine that way most of the time. Actually bought 2 tubs. Love the fact that I can load one up, haul it, pick it up and place the other tub in its place without having to empty the first one. There are little 'feet' on the tub that fit into notches in the bed. Today, I hauled two 50 lb bags of soil, some new plants, and a bottle of fertilizer from my car to my back yard -- in one trip -- and over freshly laid sod that was wet and more than a bit bumpy and uneven. Mighty Max moved right along and never coughed or sputtered. Wheels were covered with clay and grass pieces, but... » Read More Absolutely. I use mine that way most of the time. Actually bought 2 tubs. Love the fact that I can load one up, haul it, pick it up and place the other tub in its place without having to empty the first one. There are little 'feet' on the tub that fit into notches in the bed. Today, I hauled two 50 lb bags of soil, some new plants, and a bottle of fertilizer from my car to my back yard -- in one trip -- and over freshly laid sod that was wet and more than a bit bumpy and uneven. Mighty Max moved right along and never coughed or sputtered. Wheels were covered with clay and grass pieces, but those wide tires are relentless. « Show Less
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I use it yearly for my driveway (gravel) and around my house. The effect seems to last at least that long. I skipped one yearly application and still had good results well into the 2nd year, but then it seemed to wear off.
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Yes, they can be reusable, depending how you intend to grow your plants to maturity. Rooted clones transplant into soil without the need for the neoprene collar that holds them in the cloner. If you do choose to reuse them, be sure to clean and disinfect them the same way you do your cloner. Hope this helps.
44911
Yes they both can be used for soil. Just cut back the tetraflora doseage by half and your be good. Happy growing to ya.
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I'm not for certain if this will help but I'll give it a shot. I use this product every year with great results. It is in granular form and is stored in my shed throughout the year. To answer your question, I usually have left over gypsum from the year prior and have yielded the same results the following year with the same bag. It is safe to say that if you store it in a dry place when not in use, then it will be fine the next time you decide to apply it again. I imagine that the shelf life of this product is quite long as with most granular type soil amendments/fertilizers. Good luck and happy growing. I'm not for certain if this will help but I'll give it a shot. I use this product every year with great results. It is in granular form and is stored in my shed throughout the year. To answer your question, I usually have left over gypsum from the year prior and have yielded the same results the following year with the same bag. It is safe to say that if you store it in a dry place when not in use, then it will be fine the next time you decide to apply it again. I imagine that the shelf life of this product is quite long as with most granular type soil amendments/fertilizers. Good luck and... » Read More I'm not for certain if this will help but I'll give it a shot. I use this product every year with great results. It is in granular form and is stored in my shed throughout the year. To answer your question, I usually have left over gypsum from the year prior and have yielded the same results the following year with the same bag. It is safe to say that if you store it in a dry place when not in use, then it will be fine the next time you decide to apply it again. I imagine that the shelf life of this product is quite long as with most granular type soil amendments/fertilizers. Good luck and happy growing. « Show Less
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Absolutely - I've used this for years and have never had a problem with any of my established plantings. It really works. I find using it twice does the best job as in early spring can find repeat eruptions of different types of seeds. Love this stuff.
1936762
We use Miracle-Gro Potting Soil in all our containers. We have enjoyed great success with a wide variety of plants using this soil.
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It all depends on your soil. This will add fertilization to your soil but, if the soil is poor you may want to add extra separately.
567722
Yes. It can be used more than one season. It is different than the weed barriers you buy at your local stores. It is reinforced with a nylon like substance. It is what the professional landscapers use.
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No. I used a nutrient rich mix I purchased at the nursery and it worked fine. I like the EarthBox. I have a friend who has great results. I also purchased a set from agardenpatch.com (a mulch top with fertilizer) and it worked really well on some old soil. I purchased that from a company that advertised in the parade section of the paper. Good Luck.
1287692
I don;t know exactly but I kind of use one year as a guide. also, if I haven't used something up in a year I really just don't need to buy it again. I do bake a good amt so it should be used up in a year.
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Personally I think keeping this in a location subject to weather 365 daya a year is not a good idea. Mine is in a semi-covered area and I covered it in plastic to prevent winter snow and ice damage. I also do not store potting soil directly in the soil area, partly because I also use as a server on my deck for parties. Rain does get inside even on the side with the solid cover.
335151
Cedar is hardy and so should be fine year round. And it would be a pain to refill the dirt completely every spring
1407925
Just turn the compost every few weeks. Shouldn't be a problem. Check your ratio of brown material to green.
511609
I would have to say it depends on how they are set and the type of soil. If they aren't set in concrete I believe you could.
1242407
Yes you can. It is like a frame that can be filled with dirt and then planted.