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Natureboy · 01-22-2016, 02:58 PM

This looks like an interesting read:

http://www.biochar-international.org...2--Oct2009.pdf

I've been using hardwood ash from fires in my yard for a while and the bananas seem to like it. As it raises pH (like biochar), I would be hesitant to use it too much around my plants that like more acidic soil.

It sounds like some folks use biochar in the form of bagged wood charcoal. Are there certain brands/types anyone would recommend? In the paper above, they mention "Real Montana Charcoal" as one with good potential.

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