If you have an outdoor fire pit you love to use, you probably have a fair bit of wood ash leftover. It may not look like much, but those ashes can actually be helpful for your garden when used ...

Bob over in Wardensville, West Virginia, writes: “I’ve got a lot of wood ashes. I wonder if I can use them in the garden? And if so where?” A little bit of ash can be a good thing Bob; but large ...

Not only does wood ash offer a free supply of vital nutrients, it is also raises the soil pH. If your soil is on the acid side, wood ash is a good thing to use. If soil hovers near 7.0 or above, it ...

It’s that time of year. With winter come nights with clear, cold skies, often accompanied by the smoke and aroma from wood-burning fireplaces. Many folks enjoy a roaring wood fire and the warmth, ...

Question: I have a wood stove and generate a lot of ashes this time of year. Is it OK to put wood ash in the garden, compost or lawn? Answer: Wood ash contains most of the 13 essential nutrients that ...

Ash can be a beneficial additive in the garden if you're trying to reduce the acidity of your soil, but certain sources could cause more harm than good.