Playground wood chips and rubber mulch both work to provide a soft landing spot for kids who take a tumble when they’re playing outside. However, the latter option, made of shredded rubber from old tires, could pose a potential safety risk. To cushion kids who fall from or near the swings, slides, jungle gyms and […]
Should you opt for organic mulch or landscaping rock for your planting beds and landscape elements? After you plant new flowers, trees and shrubs – or to freshen up existing planting areas – you’ll want to add just the right finishing touch. But which of these landscape materials will best help you accomplish your […]
You can master container gardening easily, as long as you choose the right garden soil. The soil from your own backyard is far from ideal for garden planters. The restricted environment means the growing medium must provide adequate air circulation and proper drainage. Here in Utah, our poor native soil is more likely to […]
Are you planning to schedule mulch delivery soon? Experts recommend mulching soon after the first hard frost hits and, in northern Utah, that could happen any day now. When it comes to winter mulching, most homeowners put the focus on choosing the right product, deciding which garden beds need protection and determining how much material […]
What’s the difference between compost and fertilizer? And which is the best choice for your garden? Knowing how to answer these questions might not be easy if you’re new to gardening. Compost is a mixture of decomposed organic matter, like plant waste and manure, and it works to feed garden soil. Fertilizer, on the other […]
Soil conditioner provides the optimal environment for growing vibrant and healthy Utah gardens. This soil amendment is made from expanded shale, or shale ore that has gone through a super-heating process in order to mimic the structural character and performance of pumice – a natural, but more expensive product. If you want healthier plant establishment and […]
Winter mulching can help shield your Utah gardens from the harsh effects of the upcoming cold season. In areas that get freezing temperatures in the winter — like Salt Lake County and much of northern Utah – perennial plants, shrubs and trees become dormant to conserve energy and survive the cold weather. Much like a heavy coat […]
Many novice gardeners think topsoil and garden soil are one and the same, but that simply isn’t the case. Understanding these two types of soil and when to use them can make the difference between achieving your landscape goals and wasting your time and effort. Whether you’re filling raised bed planters, creating container gardens, topdressing […]
Raised bed planters are ideal for Utah gardening projects from the early spring to the late fall. In fact, elevated planting areas can help you start your plants earlier in the year and extend your harvest well into the fall. And, when you call on The Dirt Bag for all your garden soil, mulch and […]
If you’ve done any research on sod installation, you probably know you have to prepare the soil ahead of time. Getting the ground ready ensures that your turfgrass will take root and grow vigorously, giving you the lush, healthy lawn you want. While proper soil preparation is the key to success, Utah sod suppliers know several tricks of the trade that […]
