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Old 05-27-2006, 08:33 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Default Re: Amending soil...

Dig the clay out of there and replace it with good compost. I use composted manure, among other compost. Your bananas will grow in clay, just not nearly as well. Mulching is a good idea. The plants should be fine once the roots hit clay.
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