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How Much Does Concrete Cost Per Cubic Yard? Current Ready Mix Concrete Prices

How much does concrete cost. This is a current ready mix concrete company's price list. It lists the cost of a yard of concrete and other concrete additives like fibermesh and accelerators.

An Easy Way to Calculate How Much Crushed Stone You Need for a DIY Job

How much crushed stone do you need to tackle that DIY project? Use this sure-fire formula to figure out the quantity needed, removing the guess work.

Why Are the Sides of Railroad Tracks Always Littered with Crushed Stones?

A look at the composition of the railroad and how it is put together from the ground up reveals a truly impressive feat.

How To Calculate Cubic Yards Mulch Per Square Feet

Here you will find a calculator to help you determine how much mulch you need to cover an area.

5 Secrets Your Contractor Doesn’t Want You to Know

You think of your general contractor as an ally and partner — but he’s a primarily a businessman who may not reveal all his secrets.

67 Cool Backyard Pond Design Ideas

It’s almost summer and in some regions it’s already summer, it’s warm and there are lots of sunlight. If you love to spend time outdoors, especially if you

55 Visually striking pond design ideas for your backyard

Summer is rapidly approaching and it's time to start planning your backyard oasis with not just shrubbery but considering the addition of a pond design.

What is Soil? From Dirt to Dinner

By Lucy M. Stitzer THE DIRT Life on earth would not survive without soil. Whether we live in a city apartment or on the farm, our lives depend on this seemingly mundane piece of earth. Yet it is no…

The Dirt on Dirt: 5 Things You Should Know About Soil

Dirt can bring down civilizations, help prevent droughts, and is often taken for granted.

How to Turn Dirt Into Soil

Simple steps for cultivating a revolution in your backyard.

Healthy food, healthy climate? The dirt on soil and carbon

How increasing carbon in soil can increase essential nutrients in our food.

Gardeners' Dirt: A few tips for spring gardening

The approach of spring generally brings excitement to gardeners. It’s different after an extreme freeze.

Fun Facts About Garden Soil

Dirt's Key Role In Climate Change: How Soil Captures Carbon

In conversations about climate change, the role of soil often comes up as one way to sequester carbon. Better soil management would retain more carbon in

Soil proprietor: Do GMOs promote dirt conservation?

Genetically engineered crops are supposed to make it easier for farmers to protect the earth by plowing less. But the record is spotty.

Start an Urban Garden!

When you live in a big city it can be hard enough to find a patch of green to sit on, let alone fertile ground to garden. But do not despair. There are lo

How do you prepare soil with a garden hoe?

By breaking up and turning the soil, you create an ideal environment for your plants to grow, and learning how to do that efficiently is the first step.

What’s So Special About Dirt?

Dirt is everywhere and the right kind of mix can make a huge difference. If it’s a garden, horse arena, or sports field, the right specialty is essential.

Dirty Fingernails: Some tips on improving your garden's soil

Q: I am starting a brand new garden in a place that has been grass, not garden. How can I get it off to a good start?

How to Improve Soil Quality in Your Garden

Discover how to improve soil quality in your garden and grow your healthiest plants ever this year! On Craftsy!