Soil Amendment Choices for Clay Soil and Inkberry Spread

Compost Over Lime/Gypsum for Clay Improvement

An Ohio gardener with clay soil (1" added topsoil) and acidic conditions from leaf litter asks about lime, limestone, gypsum vs. compost.

Ed Gulliksen advises compost over mineral amendments—it improves soil structure, adds microorganisms, and enhances plant health holistically.

Fourth inkberry 3 feet from parents likely grew from bird-dispersed seed. Inkberries spread naturally by seed.

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