Topsoil is an important part of the earth’s surface and is made up of mineral particles, organic matter, water, and air. Topsoil has many benefits including making your garden look healthier and more beautiful. The quality of your topsoil also affects how well your plants derive their nutrients from the ground. Screened topsoil has Read more
If you have ever owned a garden or planted a seed, you will know that soil is an important part of plant life and our ecosystem. It purifies water, prevents drought and houses plants. Soil quality impacts plant health in many ways. Soil holds plant roots and supplies and stores the necessary microorganisms, water Read more
For those considering expanding their green thumb to its truest potential, there is no better way to experiment, learn and thrive than to tackle a veggie garden. Having a space to grow vegetables not only provides you with seasonal foods but also adds a lush variety of colours and aromas to your outdoor space. However, it’s Read more
Keeping your garden in working order over the summer is a tough endeavour. The summer heat and rain are variables beyond anyone’s control and in order to keep your garden in tip-top shape, you’re going to need aged compost that can provide your plants with the nutrients they’ll need to face the elements. That’s Read more
As this year’s thaw hits our province, so do new techniques and applications in modern landscaping trends. Applications that have emerged over the last few years are coming into their own and are now dominating the playing field of modern landscaping procedures. With these trends taking form, now has never been a better time to Read more
When it comes to improving your soil in the fall, there are many things that you can add to give it an extra boost of nutrients and organic matter. Today, we look at a few of the best materials to add, including mulch, raw organic matter and more. Let’s get started! Three Ways to Improve Read more
Understanding the different components of your garden beds is an integral part of becoming a better gardener. Fertilizer, topsoil, compost and mulch may all bear similarities to one another, but each is a distinct product with a specific purpose. Additionally, they all require certain conditions to be most effective, making it essential to understand the Read more
As you work on your client’s yard to craft lush flower beds, beautiful gardens, and a healthy lawn, you’ll need an affordable and dependable source of top notch soil. Whether you decide to purchase high quality soil amendments and work with the dirt your client already has or start from scratch is going to depend Read more
When it comes to having your soil delivered, there are two options: bulk or bagged. In general, if you choose bulk products, you’ll pay for your soil, mulch, and aggregates separately from the delivery cost. If you choose bagged, the Bag Guys “include” the cost of delivery in the cost of each bag. The problem Read more
In Calgary, you’ll find many options for sourcing loam. Some businesses offer bagged soil; others (including Soil Kings) think bagged soil pricing is unfair to our customers, so we offer our products in bulk. You’ll also find a wide range of quality in screened loam. We’re proud to say we offer Calgary landscapers the highest Read more
Top dressing and aeration are often considered to be the best techniques for improving your lawn’s overall health and appearance. While most Calgarians are now familiar with aeration, some haven’t heard about top dressing. Top dressing first became an important practice at golf courses, where perfectly smooth and lush greens are vital, but it has Read more
Many Canadians put a lot of value on having a well kept yard. We Albertans take pride in our homes, and no one wants the embarrassment of having the worst kept lawn in the neighbourhood. But, Albertans are also increasingly more busy at work. For many Calgary homeowners, that means making the smart decision to Read more
With the weather finally getting warm, Calgarians are itching to get out into their gardens, tidy up their landscaping, and have everything looking healthy and beautiful for summer. One important aspect of this is mulch. Tidy, well-maintained mulch not only improves the look of your yard, it also provides numerous great benefits. In this article, Read more
The sun is shining, the days are warm, and we are excited to be back for another great landscaping season in Calgary, Alberta. Landscaping projects are starting all over the city, and we’re proud to be Calgary’s best supplier of bulk landscaping materials. From mulch to aggregates, garden soil to sand, and everything in between, Read more
Autumn and winter may seem like a quiet time for Calgary garden and landscaping enthusiasts. But, while it’s true there is less manual labour to accomplish, this is an important time for planning and ensuring your garden and yard starts off spring strong. So as the leaves (and soon the snow!) blow around outdoors, curl Read more
In the age of Amazon, we know that our customers want to be able to order everything — including premium soil, mulch, and aggregates — with ease. Calgarians are busy people, and they don’t have time to balance work, life, beautiful landscaping, and trying to chase down the highest quality materials. Which is why we Read more
July and August tend to be really dry months, which can be hard on your landscape, so we have some tips to keep the moisture in the ground this summer. Rain Barrels In Calgary’s dry climate it’s always worth finding ways to capture and make the most out of water we already receive rather than Read more
At Soil Kings, we have one of the largest lines of soil, aggregate, and mulch products in Calgary! Learn how to make the most of the soil you choose for your garden with this information on how it will help your garden in the long term. Soil comes in a diverse assortment, each one providing Read more
If you’ve read our previous articles, you understand how products like the garden mixes and compost offered by Soil Kings can benefit your garden. Now that you have a better idea of what kind of products you want to use, what should you keep in mind when it comes time to plant your seeds? Natural Read more
