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Why Use Organic Fertilizer On My Lawn?
This is a question that comes up a fair amount here at Walt's. 'Why use organic fertilizer on my lawn (or any ornamental for that matter). I'm not eating the grass so it doesn't really matter right?' Not exactly. organic fertilizer acts like a key to unlock...
Garlic 101
Garlic is a member of the genus allium, making it a relative of leeks, onions and shallots. It is one of the oldest cultivated crops, and it makes everything taste better! When to Plant This naturally depends on your location. In Seattle garlic is typically planted...
Covercrop 101
What is cover crop or green manure and why use them? Cover crops can: Protect your soil from runoff and erosion Recycle and supply nutrients Replace soil organic matter Suppress weeds Attract beneficial insects Break up compacted soils When...
Fertilizing 101
Let's start with the basics: N-P-K: the three primary macro-nutrients required for healthy plant growth. N is for Nitrogen Nitrogen is a macro-nutrient, important to the green growth for all plants. Common sources of nitrogen include: Fish Meal, Blood Meal, Feather...
How To Overseed Existing Lawn
Fall is right around the corner, now is the time to make your overseeding plans! Unfortunately over time even the most cared for lawns thin, overseeding is one of the important things you can do to keep your lawn lush and healthy. Fall and early spring are the best...
New App Lets You Report Invasive Species
The Washington Invasive Species Council just launched their new WA Invasives app, making it easier to report non-native plants and wildlife. Check it out, and get reporting! And thanks to Shanna for bringing this new tool to our attention....
Walt’s 2014 P-Patch Custom Blends
Soils around the country differ due to geology, climate, and historical usage. Soils west of the Cascades are typically in short supply of nitrogen and phosphorous. The soil here is frequently acidic. Boron and sulfur deficiencies are not uncommon. Walt's P-Patch...
How to Fertilize Your Seattle P-Patch Garden
Note: This post was updated as of Spring 2024. This message is for City of Seattle P-Patch gardeners Based on hundreds of soil tests we've received over the years, we've custom-blended a fertilizer specifically for P-Patch gardening in the Seattle area. Specific...
Growing Insight: Supplies and Recipes
Cannabis Kit: Just add clones. Everything you need for The Mix & Transplant Mix, plus 3 cycles of the Nute Tea & Veg Tea, with extra worm castings replenish soil volume. Enough for 2 plants: Materials and Supplies: Growing Media & Amendments: Soiless...
Growing Insight Part V: Weed Flowering Phase
This is what you have been waiting for. The flowering phase is when those sweet sweet buds emerge. Tip: If you want to clone your plant collect your cuttings in the first few days after you’ve transitioned to the larger pot and ‘Nute Tea’. Light: For the first...
