If your plants are in need of additional aeration or you want to cut down on potential pests, consider amending your soil ...

Fill your raised beds with well-draining, nutrient-rich soil for better vegetables.

In addition to calcium, wood ash contains 5-7% potassium and 1.5-2% phosphorous, both key nutrients for plants. Although it can be a decent fertilizer, McKinley points out that other fertilizers might ...