We first aerate the soil manually, as we feel the heavy gas powered aerators' weight further induces soil compaction, plus they are noisy, leave a gas smell in the air, and use the earth's precious resources.
We aerate the soil manually in a period when soil is moist, making it a less time consuming job. We then apply a thin layer of soil amender (compost).
Organic matter is what breaks the cycle of soil compaction. The micro organisms living happily in your soil will work continually at breaking down the organic matter that the environment, you, and your gardener will supply to your yard.
Small amounts of grass clippings may be left on your lawn after weekly mowing. Any extra could also be spread in your garden beds. Your grass clippings are a rich and easily accessible source of organic matter.
During the fall, gather fallen leaves to spread in your garden beds after you have done your final fall clean up. They will serve as great mulch: a blanket for your plant material for the winter and early next season. In the final days of February, add a layer of soil amender and your beds will be ready for another season of stupendous growth.
Living Canvas is providing sustainable human powered gardening practices, and pesticides alternative, keeping you and your neighborhood at peace naturally. Living Canvas believes in enriching the soil which in turn feeds the plants.
Every year we add soil amender to your flower beds and lawn. This process provides nutrition plants require for a healthy growing season. All the organic matter when breaking down continues to nourish and equalizes the soil PH. Liming is no longer required for lawns. The organic matter in the soil also enhances moisture retention which reduces water consumption. We also support earth friendly, biological pest control methods for the benefit of your health as well as the health of your entire yard ecosystem.
Kindest regards,
Roberto Gaudet
mylivingcanvas.com
604-809-9115
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