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Saturday, March 14, 2026
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TowneFamilyVT
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Vermont
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The Ground Game - Turning Clay into a Pumpkin Patch
Every season starts from the ground up. My future 750-sq-ft patch is currently just a backyard lawn. Because this is my first year in this location, my focus is simply building a healthy foundation.
I shipped core samples to the lab, but I already know the physical challenge: native clay silt loam. It's heavy, sticky, and holds water.
Since these plants love a highly oxygenated, fast-draining medium, I'm heavily modifying the top 20 inches.
(I should probably announce that this season is brought to you in part by Pro-Mix HP and perlite.)
As soon as the ground thaws, I'm adding:
- 30 Bales Pro-Mix HP
- 15 Bags Coarse Perlite
- 5 Yards Seacoast Compost
Once I get the lab results back, I'll learn how to properly dial in the pH and nutrients.
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