Hey everyone! I am going to try and get to everyone’s comments here over the next few days. I was in a cycling accident last week so I am a bit banged up/recovering!
Do everything the docs tell you to do! Heal well and completely! And be very safe and careful! I just couldn't stand it if you were seriously ill or injured. Good health and happiness to you and everyone you love, always!
Another awesome interview! You have chosen so wisely, experts from different perspectives on the same issue! So much great information here, and a message of hope and positivity. That's a relief from so much doom and gloom. Canada is so smart - sure seems like they're all working together to find the best ways to manage natural resources. Thanks Canada! Thanks interviewees! Thanks Ashley!
Loved this episode!👍👍👍 I’ve been saying to people for years that Canadian peat is NOT the same thing as European peat. Our industry is a completely different industry and it’s done under a kind of environmental scrutiny that I dare say NO OTHER country in the world operates under. Coir seems like a great idea. I love it. It’s great. It also has a super sketchy child labour component,not to mention shipping it from literally half way around the world. Not as “green” as people want to believe. Nor is it a very good for growing stuff as far as I’m concerned!
I’ve been saying the same thing! And trying to show people the proof that it is a very sustainable resource here in Canada! Now we have some videos we can point people to, to educate themselves and others! 👍👏
7:20 agreed potting mixes should be reused as much as possible and if its spent or has issues to the point of not being able to be reused, i just go spread it on a lawn somewhere
very cool topic !!! I love this channel !! peat is used in the making of scotch too . some say peat has a terroir even. Would be cool to know if terroir can effect flavor of foods when used as substrate !
Ya my old pots i usually pop them into the garden to help my sandy mix I like adding my potted veggies into the ground because im adding lots of peat that way To build my soil for next year Me and my mom usually take free plants home even if they are dead because of the peat lol We are careful not to transfer pests
On the subject of soil ,I tried some new poting mix , anyway planted my plants in the soil and the plants didn't look healthy slow growth, and then after 3 weeks started wilting and going yellow, anyway I worked out it was iron proplem, so sprayed them with chelated irons and in 5 hours thay were pretty much green again and looking healthy, so maybe the ph is out causeing a lockout, anyway just thought I would share
It makes me chuckle that many companies seem to be taking on 60’s inspired retro 80’s flavored names, like Premier Tech and Ingredion. Having lived trough most of the 60’s myself, as well as the 70’s and 80’s obviously, they just sound so silly and dated. The Jetsons come to mind.
What effect are the synthetic material weed clothes having on soil? Are there any studies on this? They remind me of recycled tires which are known to leech carcinogens into soil over time.
The only studies I have seen are on the soil temp effects but nothing to date when it comes to chemical leaching. I am confident it is leaching because everything has an effect.
@@GardeningInCanada that has been my opinion for some time. It is so tempting to do to keep the weeds in check, but not worth it if the soil becomes toxic. That kind of defeats the whole purpose of growing our own food.
If we think about how peat was actually formed, by the decay of vegetation, we can recreate that scenario on a small scale in our own gardens, regularly. One way is to chop and drop and another is to leave weeds where they lay after weeding a bed, as long as they haven’t gone to seed, to return what they have taken from the soil.
I think a lot of the reason some people are triggered by the use of peat is they may be european where they have been using and harvesting peat for thousands of years and they may have a real problem with disappearing peat lands. Just a theory.
The world has a problem with disappearing and mismanaged peatlands. They store 25% of the world's carbon. Twice as much as the worlds forests. We need to stop digging it up.
Hello, many scientists and gardening professionals in Europe have explained that peat moss is not necessary in the garden, and that it can easily be replaced. So I think what is true in Europe is also true in Canada... I think that if a gardener uses peat moss today, it is because he does not know that there are alternatives.
The Peat in Europe is a different quality because its not the top layer its from deeper in the bog. He does mention the alternatives promix has looked at such a coconut coir and future fibre technology.
@@GardeningInCanada Not true. Far more nuanced than that. I manufacture potting soils and use Lithuanian Peat. They manufacture so many different peat substrates from many different layers. I actually found it to be of a superior quality to Canadian peat. I'm in Australia though
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Hey everyone! I am going to try and get to everyone’s comments here over the next few days. I was in a cycling accident last week so I am a bit banged up/recovering!
Take care, hope your recovery goes well.
Do everything the docs tell you to do! Heal well and completely! And be very safe and careful! I just couldn't stand it if you were seriously ill or injured. Good health and happiness to you and everyone you love, always!
Hope you get better soon!
Many blessings for a speedy recovery! Great interview!
Hugs feel better soon
Another awesome interview! You have chosen so wisely, experts from different perspectives on the same issue! So much great information here, and a message of hope and positivity. That's a relief from so much doom and gloom. Canada is so smart - sure seems like they're all working together to find the best ways to manage natural resources. Thanks Canada! Thanks interviewees! Thanks Ashley!
Thanks so much!
Your channel is quickly becoming one of my favorites! Keep up the great work 👍👍
Aweee thank you I appreciate that ❤️
Loved this episode!👍👍👍 I’ve been saying to people for years that Canadian peat is NOT the same thing as European peat. Our industry is a completely different industry and it’s done under a kind of environmental scrutiny that I dare say NO OTHER country in the world operates under. Coir seems like a great idea. I love it. It’s great. It also has a super sketchy child labour component,not to mention shipping it from literally half way around the world. Not as “green” as people want to believe. Nor is it a very good for growing stuff as far as I’m concerned!
I’ve been saying the same thing! And trying to show people the proof that it is a very sustainable resource here in Canada! Now we have some videos we can point people to, to educate themselves and others! 👍👏
Is part 2 available on TH-cam?I can’t seem to find it. Love your channel, and hello from Ottawa!
Sorry! I must have done them out of order here is the first one
@@GardeningInCanada is there a link?
Wow what a great resource this channel is. I hope you go far! I’m rooting for you ✊🏽
I appreciate that!
Great interview. Peat is essential for home gardens. Get well soon, Ashley and I hope you continue to enjoy biking.
Thank you! Will do!
Thanks for sharing. I think it would be great for viewers if the three parts were linked to each other.
Gotta love the ProMix Organic Herb and Vegetable mix!
I have never tried it actually!
@@GardeningInCanada It’s most excellent stuff! On year 5 with a bale that I just keep reamending with various Gaia Green products.
7:20 agreed potting mixes should be reused as much as possible and if its spent or has issues to the point of not being able to be reused, i just go spread it on a lawn somewhere
yea! i compost it usually but lawn is a great idea
Coir is good for other potted plants to help substitute.
very cool topic !!! I love this channel !! peat is used in the making of scotch too . some say peat has a terroir even. Would be cool to know if terroir can effect flavor of foods when used as substrate !
Interesting! i had no idea
The bacteria it supports and rhizophagy would suggest yes.
Ya my old pots i usually pop them into the garden to help my sandy mix
I like adding my potted veggies into the ground because im adding lots of peat that way
To build my soil for next year
Me and my mom usually take free plants home even if they are dead because of the peat lol
We are careful not to transfer pests
That would work amazing for a sandy soil mix. Also your mom is very smart hahah
Loving this series Ashley!
Awesome!
For carnivorous plants, peat is the best. They need that acid soil type for creating a nice bog garden.
Very True
I cant find the second peat video in the series, Would someone please provide a link?
No that was a brain fart on my part as to how I released the videos 😂. It will come out here next Monday!
@@GardeningInCanada Phew! I thought my migraines were destroying too many brain cells, because I couldn't find all three.
On the subject of soil ,I tried some new poting mix , anyway planted my plants in the soil and the plants didn't look healthy slow growth, and then after 3 weeks started wilting and going yellow, anyway I worked out it was iron proplem, so sprayed them with chelated irons and in 5 hours thay were pretty much green again and looking healthy, so maybe the ph is out causeing a lockout, anyway just thought I would share
That is likely the pH issue from the sounds of it. Especially if the foliar application worked.
Another great video. Thanks again
My pleasure!
Nice informative video
It makes me chuckle that many companies seem to be taking on 60’s inspired retro 80’s flavored names, like Premier Tech and Ingredion. Having lived trough most of the 60’s myself, as well as the 70’s and 80’s obviously, they just sound so silly and dated. The Jetsons come to mind.
HAHA I think Priemer Tech has been around for many many years. My grandma used their stuff
Premier tech is actualy a 100 year old as of 2023 ;) .
What effect are the synthetic material weed clothes having on soil? Are there any studies on this? They remind me of recycled tires which are known to leech carcinogens into soil over time.
The only studies I have seen are on the soil temp effects but nothing to date when it comes to chemical leaching. I am confident it is leaching because everything has an effect.
@@GardeningInCanada that has been my opinion for some time. It is so tempting to do to keep the weeds in check, but not worth it if the soil becomes toxic. That kind of defeats the whole purpose of growing our own food.
Best just to use a 3-4 inch deep layer of wood mulch for weed suppression
If we think about how peat was actually formed, by the decay of vegetation, we can recreate that scenario on a small scale in our own gardens, regularly. One way is to chop and drop and another is to leave weeds where they lay after weeding a bed, as long as they haven’t gone to seed, to return what they have taken from the soil.
Very true!
@@GardeningInCanada with all that is going on in the world I lean heavily toward diy in every way I possibly can.
Could someone try to explain the difference between sedge peat and peat moss?
🌺🌺I keep hearing that if you use peat in your raised bed, you need to add lime. Why is this? 🌺🌺
I think a lot of the reason some people are triggered by the use of peat is they may be european where they have been using and harvesting peat for thousands of years and they may have a real problem with disappearing peat lands. Just a theory.
110% there is a definite disconnect between Canadian and European Operations
The world has a problem with disappearing and mismanaged peatlands. They store 25% of the world's carbon. Twice as much as the worlds forests. We need to stop digging it up.
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Hello, many scientists and gardening professionals in Europe have explained that peat moss is not necessary in the garden, and that it can easily be replaced. So I think what is true in Europe is also true in Canada... I think that if a gardener uses peat moss today, it is because he does not know that there are alternatives.
The Peat in Europe is a different quality because its not the top layer its from deeper in the bog. He does mention the alternatives promix has looked at such a coconut coir and future fibre technology.
@@GardeningInCanada Not true. Far more nuanced than that. I manufacture potting soils and use Lithuanian Peat. They manufacture so many different peat substrates from many different layers. I actually found it to be of a superior quality to Canadian peat. I'm in Australia though
Coir is good for other potted plants to help substitute.