In Utah, sod is one of the most popular ways to start a healthy, lush lawn for homes and businesses. Today, however, as concern for the environment grows and consumers strive to be more green, you may have heard some of the more common myths about sod – specifically how it may be harmful to […]
Today we’re talking about dirty words, like soil, mulch and compost. Most of the terms we use in our industry originate from those used in soil science, which explains why they can sometimes be so confusing for the rest of us. Although we don’t need to explore all of the obscure soil science terms (colluvium […]
In Northern Utah, gardens are an important part of everyday life for many residents. With great anticipation, we anxiously await the return of spring and the chance to get our fingers back into the dirt. After a long, cold winter, that time has finally arrived. It’s time to get moving on your flowers, fruits, vegetables […]
Choosing the right compost soil can mean the difference between success and mediocrity for your spring gardening. The benefits of a compost soil blend created specifically for our climate and native soils range from healthier plants and higher yields to disease resistance and reduced water needs. So how do you go about finding the best […]
Regardless of which type of mulch you prefer for your garden or landscaping, you’ll need to do some calculating to determine how much to purchase. Guess wrong, and you’ll either come up short or end up with a surplus. Here’s how to do the math to make sure you get the amount right. Calculating the […]
Technically speaking, you could buy sod anywhere online or at a big box store. But, if you want your Northern Utah lawn to really flourish, you recommend choosing the locally-grown sod from The Dirt Bag. What makes our sod so special? Let’s look at the differences between our high-quality Utah sod, as compared to the […]
Did you know that using mulch, compost and soil amendments can take most of the hassle – and back-breaking work – out of gardening? Every backyard gardener knows the challenges of preparing the soil for planting every year, which typically involves tilling the soil to break up the dirt and mix in whatever amendments are […]
Great garden soil provides not only the support to hold up your plants but it also provides essential nutrients, moisture and oxygen. All of these elements are crucial for healthy plants, trees and shrubs. But, unless the texture of the dirt allows for adequate drainage, your plants may be denied some or all of these […]
In Utah, lawn fertilizer use is a frequent necessity. Our abysmal soil offers little help for turf grasses struggling to survive during the Northern Utah summer. Unless performed correctly, however, fertilization can be harmful to local ecosystems and the overall environment. The best approach is to choose a product that is designed for local growing […]
Today’s mulch delivery almost guarantees that your garden will thank you later. Mulch is important for enhancing the health and appearance of your landscape and garden this season, but you will enjoy its benefits long after this year has passed. Why Is Mulch So Darned Important? Two words: Utah soils. In Northern Utah and all […]
