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Banishing Weeds from Landscaping Rock

landscaping rock weeds
Landscaping rock has become a popular fixture in Northern Utah yards for both aesthetic and environmental reasons. But, once weeds pop up in your rock beds, that clean, architectural look quickly turns unsightly. Homeowners and residential architects make ample use of landscape rock today. Environmentally, it cuts down on water use and the need for […]
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4 Landscaping Rock Projects to Improve Your Life

landscaping rock
Adding landscaping rock to your yard is a great way to reduce the amount of work – and water – it needs. Many homeowners hesitate to add landscaping rock to their yards because they fear having too much of a desert look or feel. But you can use these tips and tricks to keep the […]
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3 Utah Garden Soil Hacks for Growing Success

utah garden soil
In Utah, our native garden soil is, to be honest, pretty awful. In fact, left alone, the dirt in your yard or garden probably won’t grow much more than a few unsightly weeds. So, when it’s time to plant your vegetables, fruit and decorative plants, you have to invest a little time and effort to […]
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Is Sod Bad for the Environment?

utah sod environment
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 […]
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Dirt Terms 101: Soil and Mulch and Compost, Oh My!

soil, mulch, compost Utah
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 […]
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Planning Your Utah Garden for the New Growing Season​

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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 […]
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Selecting the Right Compost Soil for Your Spring Gardens

compost soil
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 […]
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How Much Mulch Do You Need for Your Garden?

Garden Mulch Calculator
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 […]
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Three Reasons to Buy Locally-Grown Sod from The Dirt Bag

Locally-Grown Sod
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 […]
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Use Mulch, Compost & Soil Conditioner for No-Till Gardening

No-Till Gardening
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 […]
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