{"title":"Tree \u0026 Shrub Care","description":"\u003cp\u003eGive trees and shrubs the support they need to establish strong roots and thrive in Northwest conditions. Explore compost, planting soil, mulch, decorative rock, and other landscape materials for new plantings, refreshed beds, moisture retention, weed control, and year-round tree and shrub care.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"arborist-chips","title":"Arborist Chips - BIG SALE! $10 OFF!","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSALE $10 OFF PER CY.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHILE SUPPLIES LAST.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMAY END WITHOUT NOTICE. ALL SALES FINAL.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e**MAXIMUM OF 15 CUBIC YARDS PER TRUCKLOAD**\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"be-quotes-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"be-quotes-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(ordering more may incur additional delivery costs, not automatically calculated in your online cart. Please call with any questions.) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocally Made + Tree Chips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocally sourced ground trees and branches are used to create these chips.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArborist chips are commonly used for weed suppression  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese chips make a great top dressing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArborist chips make a great, inexpensive path material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for suppressing weeds around trees and shrubs but, because they are locally sourced, they may also contain weeds itself. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Installation: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2\"-3\" layer of chips over the garden bed when applying as mulch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4\"-6\" for path materials. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"measurements\" href=\"https:\/\/dirt-exchange.myshopify.com\/blogs\/dirt-exchange\/yardage-measurements-and-automobiles\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to figure out your measurements for your project. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed info about mulching, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dirt-exchange.myshopify.com\/blogs\/dirt-exchange\/mulching\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDon't apply mulch too close to trees + shrubs. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Dirt Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40202845388958,"sku":"108","price":12.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0578\/8870\/2622\/files\/Arborist_Sale_Ad_6-2026.png?v=1782230562"},{"product_id":"fine-orange-bark","title":"Fine Orange Bark","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e**MAXIMUM OF 7 CUBIC YARDS PER TRUCKLOAD**\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"be-quotes-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"be-quotes-text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"be-quotes-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(ordering more may incur additional delivery costs, not automatically calculated in your online cart. Please call with any questions.) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative + Red\/Orange Bark:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis bark has been ground twice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot dyed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-treated and environmentally safe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% recycled product. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFir + hemlock mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypically seen as a cleaner and smoother look to your landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMany customers prefer the color to contrast their plants for decorative purposes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds beauty and color to landscaping project. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIs more for appearance, this product has minimal nutrient content.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs bark decomposes, it can be worked into the soil to be a soil conditioner but will only provide minimal nutrients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to apply.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative ground cover for flower beds, and shrubs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps suppress weeds by cutting out the light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed for bordering fences and property lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps control weed growth year round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRetains water for plant growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces winter injury.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be used as a top dressing for potting containers. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest for low traffic areas. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot for pathways or walkways. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Installation: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGround cover: 2-4\" thick + replenished every other year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor will get darker or fade with time due to oxidation and exposure to the sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd a thinner application around the base of shrubs or tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuy enough material for your entire project in one purchase. The color of each load may vary slightly. To help understand how much material to purchase \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/dirt-exchange\/yardage-measurements-and-automobiles\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e for measurement tips and tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Dirt Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40202845585566,"sku":"107","price":31.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0578\/8870\/2622\/products\/fine-orange-bark-mulch.jpg?v=1781299799"},{"product_id":"fine-dark-bark","title":"Fine Dark Bark","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e**MAXIMUM OF 7 CUBIC YARDS PER TRUCKLOAD**\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(ordering more may incur additional delivery costs, not automatically calculated in your online cart. Please call with any questions.) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative + Aged Dark Bark:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis bark has been ground twice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot dyed, the color comes from aging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-treated and environmentally safe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% recycled product. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFir + hemlock mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypically seen as a cleaner and smoother look to your landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dark color highlights the plants above it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds beauty and color to landscaping project. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIs more for appearance, this product has minimal nutrient content.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs bark decomposes, it can be worked into the soil to be a soil conditioner but will only provide minimal nutrients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to apply.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative ground cover for flower beds, and shrubs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps suppress weeds by cutting out the light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed for bordering fences and property lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps control weed growth year round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRetains water for plant growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces winter injury.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be used as a top dressing for potting containers. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest for low traffic areas. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot for pathways or walkways. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Installation: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGround cover: 2-4\" thick + replenished every other year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor will get darker or fade with time, due to oxidation and exposure to the sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a thinner application around the base of shrubs or tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are looking for a nutrient-rich top dressing or mulch that is dark in color we recommend the Oly Fish Compost. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuy enough material for your entire project in one purchase. The color of each load may vary slightly. To help understand how much material to purchase, \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/dirt-exchange\/yardage-measurements-and-automobiles\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e for measurement tips and tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Dirt Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40202847158430,"sku":"106","price":31.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0578\/8870\/2622\/products\/fine-dark-bark-mulch.jpg?v=1781299947"},{"product_id":"garden-mulch","title":"Garden Mulch","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e**MAXIMUM OF 7 CUBIC YARDS PER TRUCKLOAD**\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(ordering more may incur additional delivery costs, not automatically calculated in your online cart. Please call with any questions.) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompost + Aged Bark\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombined compost with an aged bark to come up with a high-quality product made exclusively for mulching\/top dressing beds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombats erosion and gives nutrients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA decorative and nutrient-rich layer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch used for around trees, shrubs, flower beds, vegetable beds, and rain gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuppresses weeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Installation: \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a 2-3\" layer for mulching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck out our measurements \u003ca title=\"garden mulch measurements\" href=\"\/blogs\/dirt-exchange\/yardage-measurements-and-automobiles\"\u003epage.\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur tips and tricks for mulching in our \u003ca title=\"mulch garden mulch\" href=\"\/blogs\/dirt-exchange\/mulching\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eblog. \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTips for testing your soil's drainage \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/dirt-exchange\/cisco-s-drainage-tips\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Dirt Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40202849648798,"sku":"103","price":31.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0578\/8870\/2622\/products\/garden-mulch-bulk.jpg?v=1781299874"},{"product_id":"fish-compost","title":"Oly Mountain Fish Compost","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e**MAXIMUM OF 7 CUBIC YARDS PER TRUCKLOAD**\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(ordering more may incur additional delivery costs, not automatically calculated in your online cart. Please call with any questions.) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocally Made + Certified Organic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA quality product that the professionals are using.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVirtually odorless.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e”Gardener’s Gold” -Cisco Morris\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade from organic waste, blended hardwoods, and Washington native fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA soil additive that is high in nutrients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh in nitrogen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA little goes a long way. You don’t want to add too much. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt takes over two years to become a finished product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMost people who try this compost it becomes their new favorite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen used properly, compost improves soil quality which leads to improved plant health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive soil cover in beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCompost is great because it keeps the rain from compacting the soil surface and it’ll slow the evaporation so you won’t have to water as often.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eIf using the Fish Compost as a topper, we suggest to mix it with some of the soil underneath, to introduce some sandy material for drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCould be used for plants, fruits, vegetables, and ornamentals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed for the best tomato yield.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be used for trees and shrubs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse when you’re preparing the soil for planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse when mulching beds and gardens in spring, summer, or fall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eTypical Installation: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a 2-3\" for mulching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat paired with veggie mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3\"- veggie mix + 1\" -fish compost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanting New Garden Beds: Spread a 2- to 4-inch layer of compost and mix into the upper 6- to 12-inches of the existing soil. Use more compost in sandy soils, and less in heavy clay. Re-apply 1\/2- to 1-inch annually on garden beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLawn: Spread a 1\/2” layer over the lawn and rake it across evenly. It adds microorganisms, which will help fight any disease that might occur on the lawn. It will also allow you to water less often.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegetable Gardens: For new vegetable beds add 20% Oly Mountain Fish Compost. Add 4- to 6-inches of compost to existing vegetable beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoses, Perennials, and Trees:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eUse Oly Mountain Fish Compost when planting roses, flowering plants, and trees. This ensures beautiful blooms all season. Always mix compost with the native soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlended (Manufactured) Topsoils: Good quality “topsoil” products usually include 10% to 40% compost by volume, mixed with a sandy loam soil that allows good drainage. These compost-soil blends help establish healthy lawns and gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBecause this compost is so high in nitrogen, many customers will mix it veggie mix. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck out our measurements \u003ca title=\"measurements oly fish\" href=\"\/blogs\/dirt-exchange\/yardage-measurements-and-automobiles\"\u003epage\u003c\/a\u003e to see how much you will need. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck out this\u003ca title=\"oly fish mulching\" href=\"\/blogs\/dirt-exchange\/mulching\"\u003e page\u003c\/a\u003e for mulching tips. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/dirt-exchange\/cisco-s-drainage-tips\"\u003eTest\u003c\/a\u003e the drainage of your soil. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Dirt Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40202854629534,"sku":"263","price":59.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0578\/8870\/2622\/products\/oly_fish_compost.gloves.jpg?v=1624987845"},{"product_id":"cedar-chips","title":"Cedar Chips","description":"","brand":"Dirt Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40823537631390,"sku":"652","price":34.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0578\/8870\/2622\/files\/cedar-chips-bulk.jpg?v=1781299731"},{"product_id":"organic-compost-w-steer-manure","title":"Organic Steer Mulch","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e**MAXIMUM OF 7 CUBIC YARDS PER TRUCKLOAD**\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(ordering more may incur additional delivery costs, not automatically calculated in your online cart. Please call with any questions.) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"be-quotes-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is Composted Steer Manure different from non-composted?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoesn't burn small plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny weed seeds are destroyed or deactivated by heat of the process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow, even nutrient release over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarthy, minimal smell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocally Made + Certified Organic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecycled garden prunings and trimmings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo food waste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCertified organic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark derived from groundwood. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertified by the WSDA and has the US Composting Council’s national Seal of Testing Assurance. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed as an amendment to the existing soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds organic matter and nutrients to the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreases water-holding capacity and biological activity, and improves plant growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA soil additive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelpful for lawns, potted plants, or planter mixes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsed for existing garden beds, vegetable beds, flowers, shrubs, and trees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply annually for best results, either working compost directly into the soil before planting or apply directly to the surface as a mulch. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLawns: \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Installation: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop 2-3” layer in the veggie garden, flower bed or trees, and shrubs to give nutrients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotting Soil and planter mixes: blend one part compost to one peat moss (or fine bark), and one part sharp sand or on-site topsoil. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/dirt-exchange\/yardage-measurements-and-automobiles\" title=\"measurements organic compost\"\u003eCheck out\u003c\/a\u003e our measurements page here for tips on how much to buy. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/dirt-exchange\/mulching\" title=\"mulch-organic compost\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMulching tips\u003c\/a\u003e here.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn easy test for soil drainage \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/dirt-exchange\/cisco-s-drainage-tips\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Dirt Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46723615621278,"sku":"708","price":34.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0578\/8870\/2622\/files\/Organicw-SteerManure.png?v=1776372215"}],"url":"https:\/\/dirtexchange.us\/collections\/tree-shrub-care.oembed","provider":"Dirt Exchange","version":"1.0","type":"link"}