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- 1Gardener digs coir and biochar into sandy soil●I’m typically no-dig, but as i plant beds this year, i’ve been digging a bunch of coir and biochar into my very sandy so
A gardener who normally follows no-dig methods says they have been digging coir and biochar into very sandy beds this year, after compost and mulch alone failed to hold nutrients and water. They report a significant improvement in the amended beds. The account highlights how sandy soils can force even no-dig growers to adapt, and biochar's water and nutrient retention is drawing interest among home gardeners.
- 2Colorado Springs Home and Garden Events Kick Off October 3▼Colorado Springs area home and garden events starting Oct. 3
The Colorado Springs Gazette is highlighting a lineup of home and garden events in the Colorado Springs area beginning October 3. The roundup points residents toward local activities focused on home improvement, gardening and related seasonal interests. Details on specific venues and participating organizations were not provided in the available listing.
- 3Spring Garden celebrates shutout win with postgame grilling●Spring Garden ready to grill some food after cooking up a shutout
Spring Garden's football team followed up a shutout victory with plans to celebrate over grilled food, according to The Anniston Star. The phrase 'cooking up a shutout' refers to the team holding its opponent scoreless, and the grilling comment captures the celebratory mood around the small Alabama school after a dominant defensive performance.
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Bonsai artists are presenting the Pikes Peak Bonsai Show at Phelan Gardens in Colorado Springs, displaying cultivated miniature trees and offering the public a look at the artistry and technique behind bonsai. The event gives local enthusiasts and newcomers a chance to view exhibited trees and connect with area practitioners.
- 5Gardeners urged to start planning next year's garden now▼Get a head start planning for next year's garden
A gardening advice piece is encouraging readers to get a head start on planning next year's garden. Rather than waiting for spring, it suggests thinking ahead about what to plant and how to layout beds while the current growing season winds down. The tips are aimed at home gardeners looking to be better prepared when planting time returns.