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Item Number: PSO555

Biochar Soil Amendment (1 yd Tote)

Best Biochar on the Market to Improve Soils

Black Owl Biochar is a porous carbon soil amendment produced from sustainably managed, untreated forest wood waste by high-temperature pyrolysis. This bulk one-cubic-yard tote is intended for larger garden, landscape, or farm projects. The carbon-rich particles provide surfaces that can hold moisture, nutrients, and soil organisms after incorporation.

Fresh biochar can adsorb nutrients, so the product record recommends “pre-charging” it before planting. Mix it with finished compost, worm castings, an appropriate fertilizer, humates, mycorrhizae, soil microbes, or compost tea, then allow the blend to sit for one to two weeks. Alternatively, incorporate the ingredients into the bed, irrigate, and wait before planting. Application rates should follow current product directions and site conditions.

Use and Organic Status

Mix biochar evenly through the target soil volume and avoid leaving concentrated pockets around roots. The record lists WSDA organic-use status. Review current documentation and confirm acceptance with your organic certifier before use.

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$365.99
USDA Organic

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Ships from Northern CA.

Does not qualify for Flat Rate Shipping.

Requires a custom freight quote.

Shipping Weight: 357.0 lb

Dimensions: 40.0"L x 40.0"W x 28.0"H

Features

  • Improves Nutrient Uptake
  • Improves Water Holding Capacity

Characteristics

Organic Status: Certified Organic Product
Organic Certifier: WSDA

Use Instructions

  • For vegetable and flower beds, spread 1/2”-1” layer over the bed and incorporate with soil amendments to a depth of at least 4”-6”. You want to get it down to the root zone.
  • For lawns, aerate and then sprinkle or use a lawn fertilizer spreader to fill the holes and water in.
  • For potting mixes, add no more than 3-5% biochar. More is not better.

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