Using Pine Stump Chips as Soil Amendment in Clay

Five pine stumps ground in clay soil. Owner wants to incorporate chips to loosen soil for grass.

Chip Effects

• No harm to soil or grass
• Slight pH rise (beneficial in acid clay)
• Nitrogen tie-up during decomposition
• Add N fertilizer (10-10-10) after incorporation

Application

• Spread and disk in—good organic matter addition
• Improves clay structure, drainage, aeration
• Not premium mulch but functional

Excellent use of byproduct. Grass will benefit from improved soil structure.