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Straw bale gardens are a growing fad among urban gardeners and others looking for a challenging way to raise plants away from natural soil. Using straw and compost rather than soil as beds for plants, straw bale gardens can be planted almost anywhere and are easy to design and manipulate. Plants are simply placed into the bales, a little bit of soil is added, and a garden begins to grow. Because they are not regenerative, straw bales need to be replaced every year; the maintenance required to maintain a healthy straw bale garden is also greater than that of a natural soil garden. However, for those without access to a plot of land or who cannot grow the plants they want in their own ground, straw bale gardening can be a rewarding challenge. | Straw bale gardens are a growing fad among urban gardeners and others looking for a challenging way to raise plants away from natural soil. Using straw and compost rather than soil as beds for plants, straw bale gardens can be planted almost anywhere and are easy to design and manipulate. Plants are simply placed into the bales, a little bit of soil is added, and a garden begins to grow. Because they are not regenerative, straw bales need to be replaced every year; the maintenance required to maintain a healthy straw bale garden is also greater than that of a natural soil garden. However, for those without access to a plot of land or who cannot grow the plants they want in their own ground, straw bale gardening can be a rewarding challenge. | ||
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#*Straw bales will often contain grass or weed seeds when you purchase them. Try to pick out the seeds if possible; otherwise, be sure to weed regularly. | #*Straw bales will often contain grass or weed seeds when you purchase them. Try to pick out the seeds if possible; otherwise, be sure to weed regularly. | ||
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