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Topdressing has long been practiced to improve soil structure and drainage and encourage microbial breakdown of thatch buildup. Recent studies and trials have demonstrated even greater benefits from applying composted materials as a topdressing, including improved resistance to turf diseases and an increase in the soil fertility, resistance to compaction, and the diversity of beneficial soil organisms. What about adding topsoil? Commercial "topsoils" are usually a mixture of compost and subsoils of varied origin. They may contain invasive weeds, inadequate or toxic levels of some minerals, or be structurally incompatible with your existing soil. In general it is better to buy and use a Grade A compost. For clay soils: The addition of sand to clay soils is not recommended, because it may create a concrete-like structure. We recommend using compost and mulching your lawn. The Lawn Jockey 360.876.3734Balancing the Ecosystem
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