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Hi, my name is John. I would like to know if using "wood ashes" from my fire place is good in the garden? I have a "hoop house" 32 ft. x 16 ft.. Plastic PVC tube construction and a clear garden ...

Carol Answered:

I would have a soil test done before adding wood ashes. If your soil is highly alkaline, this will make the problem worse. If you have acid soil this would be beneficial. You can contact your local Ag Extension agent and get answers for your area.