Guides
Soil Organic Carbon, Biochar and Climate-Resilient Landscapes
Category: Guides, News
As climate pressures accelerate, the resilience of our landscapes is becoming a defining challenge for agriculture, land management, and environmental…
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How Enriched Biochar Supports Tree Establishment and Soil Health
Category: Guides, Tree Care
In commercial tree planting, arboriculture and urban greening, two of the biggest cost drivers are planting losses and slow establishment.…
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Enriched Biochar for Sports Turf: A Game-Changer in Turf Rootzones
Category: Case Studies, FAQs, Guides, News, Turf Management
Healthy soil is the foundation of a resilient playing surface. Sports turf, whether on a football pitch, a golf course…
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The Science Behind Biochar: Soil Health and Long-Term Carbon Storage
Category: Garden and Home, Guides, News, Tree Care, Turf Management
The Science Behind Biochar: Soil Health and Long-Term Carbon Storage Biochar is changing how growers, landscapers and turf managers think…
Read More Structural Soils/Stockholm Tree Pits
Category: Guides, Tree Care
The Stockholm Tree Pit Method is a pioneering urban tree planting technique designed to foster healthy root development while preserving…
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Houseplants in the Bedroom
Category: Garden and Home, Guides
We all know that houseplants have a huge positive impact on health and wellbeing – both physically and mentally. They…
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When to prepare your garden for Spring
Category: FAQs, Garden and Home, Gardening Tips, Guides
As winter’s chilly embrace starts to loosen and the soil beneath us begins whispering tales of spring, it’s the gardeners’…
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The Whimsical World of Bulbs: A Gardener's Colourful Ally
Category: Garden and Home, Gardening Tips, Guides
Bulbs are the undercover agents of your garden, popping up to bring a splash of colour just when you need…
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Revitalise Your Supermarket Herbs: Repotting Fresh Herbs using Carbon Gold
Category: Garden and Home, Gardening Tips, Guides
Preparation: The key to be able to revitalise both your supermarket purchased and existing indoor fresh herbs is to…
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Growing Chilli from Seed in Carbon Gold's Biochar Seed Compost
Category: Garden and Home, Growing Guides, Guides
For gardening enthusiasts and chilli lovers alike, the prospect of growing chilli from seed can be both exciting and daunting.…
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A Comprehensive Guide to Growing Tomatoes from Seed
Category: Garden and Home, Growing Guides, Guides
With the New Year now behind us, Gardeners are eagerly anticipating the start of the growing season, even as winter’s…
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The Imperative Shift to Organic and Natural Fertilisers: Beyond Synthetic Options
Category: Guides, News
In the contemporary landscape of environmental consciousness, the selection of fertilisers for agricultural and horticultural use is increasingly critical. The…
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Soil Health: Should be a Top Priority in 2024
Category: FAQs, Guides, News
In the ever-evolving landscape of environmental awareness and sustainability, 2024 has marked a significant turning point in our understanding and…
Read More Turn Over a New Leaf in 2024: Optimising Your Soil with Enriched Biochar
Category: FAQs, Garden and Home, Guides
As we embark on a fresh year, the opportunity to revitalise our gardens and agricultural practices beckons. Central to this…
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Soil Conditioner vs Compost: Why Biochar Soil Improver Wins
Category: FAQs, Guides
In the world of gardening and horticulture, the terms ‘soil conditioner’ and ‘compost’ are often used interchangeably. However, these two…
Read More Enhancing Soil Quality: The Best Soil Improver in the UK
Category: FAQs, Garden and Home, Guides
Maintaining vibrant gardens or productive farmlands relies on the quality of the soil. In the UK, where sustainable practices and…
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The Impact of Post-WW2 Fertilisers on Soil Health: A Historical Perspective
Category: Case Studies, Guides
In the aftermath of World War II, the agricultural landscape underwent a significant transformation. With the advent of modern farming…
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Is Seed Compost Necessary?
Category: Garden and Home, Guides
Gardening is a cherished hobby that allows us to connect with nature and cultivate beautiful gardens. Whether you’re an experienced…
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Why enriched biochar is the best natural option for improving soil heath
Category: FAQs, Guides
When it comes to improving soil health, biochar is a well-known champion. But have you ever wondered why enriched biochar…
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What are the long-term effects of using enriched biochar on soil health?
Category: FAQs, Guides, News
Enriched biochar, when used as a soil amendment, can have several long-term effects on soil health. Enriched biochar is known…
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Mitigating the Impact of Floods on Soil and Plants with Biochar
Category: FAQs, Guides
How can we mitigate the risk of floods caused by climate change? Floods and their devastating effects on soil and…
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Benefits of using biochar in gardening, and why you should use Carbon Gold
Category: FAQs, Guides
So what are the benefits of using biochar in gardening? Biochar Magic: Biochar doesn’t just improve soil structure, it is…
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Can I add biochar to my existing compost bin?
Category: FAQs, Garden and Home, Guides
Absolutely, you can add biochar to your compost bin or pile. Whether you have an existing pile or are starting…
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Exploring Benefits of Plain and Enriched Variants of biochar
Category: FAQs, Guides
Biochar, a potent soil enhancer crafted through organic matter pyrolysis, has emerged as a game-changer for boosting soil health and…
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Our top 10 reasons why you should use biochar in your garden
Category: FAQs, Guides
There are many reasons why biochar should be used in gardens, here are our top 10! 100% Natural Products: Our…
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Specialist formula nourishes houseplants from the roots up
Category: Garden and Home, Guides
Carbon Gold Biochar Houseplant Booster is a remarkable organic product containing natural biology, organic fertiliser as well as biochar. It…
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What is Carbon Gold Biochar Lawn Improver and what are its key benefits?
Category: FAQs, Garden and Home, Guides, Turf Management
The revolutionary product Carbon Gold Biochar Lawn Improver has changed the way sports turf professionals maintain their football pitches, race…
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Understanding peat-free compost
Category: FAQs, Garden and Home, Guides
Understanding peat free compost whether your own home made garden compost or purchasing premade compost is both an effective and…
Read More Creating Organic Soil for a Healthy Garden
Category: FAQs, Garden and Home, Guides
Creating organic soil for a healthy and sustainable garden isn’t as hard as you think. It is simply a soil…
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Unlock the potential of your hanging baskets
Category: FAQs, Garden and Home, Guides
Do you love the look of a vibrant hanging basket overflowing with fragrant blooms and lush, green foliage? If so,…
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How to Get Rid of Tiny Flies in Compost
Category: FAQs, Garden and Home, Guides
Do you have a small stream of many flies coming out your home produced compost or houseplants? These are fruit…
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FAQs about home composting
Category: FAQs, Garden and Home, Guides
Composting is an effective way to recycle organic materials into a valuable soil amendment for your garden. However, this process…
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What is cutting compost?
Category: FAQs, Garden and Home, Guides
Do you have a green thumb? Are you looking for ways to improve your garden? If so, then you may…
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Carbon Gold biochar products are organically approved
Category: FAQs, Guides
The Soil Association is the UK’s leading and most widely recognised certifier of organic standards. They are a charity, working…
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Looking for Grochar?
Category: FAQs, Guides
Back in 2007 Carbon Gold developed a range of products known as Grochar which turned any soil into rich, friable…
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What is coir?
Category: FAQs, Garden and Home, Guides
Coir is an environmentally friendly alternative to peat moss that is becoming more and more popular in the gardening world.…
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Is Peat Free organic compost good for the environment?
Category: Garden and Home, Guides
Organic peat-free compost is made from natural materials that would otherwise end up in landfill or being burnt. Using peat-free…
Read More The importance of improving your soil
Category: Garden and Home, Guides
If you’re a gardener, chances are you’ve heard the saying “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years…
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Looking after a Living Christmas Tree
Category: FAQs, Guides, Tree Care
If you’re looking for a living Christmas tree instead of a cut tree, so you can plant it once you…
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Is charcoal the same as biochar?
Category: FAQs, Guides
Carbon is one of the most commonly found elements in nature. It can be found in a variety of different…
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What is Biochar?
Category: FAQs, Guides
The definition of biochar is a type of charcoal which is produced from organic and forestry wastes. This is then…
Read More Emerging uses for biochar
Category: Guides
Biochar is a type of charcoal that is made from biomass through a process of pyrolysis. Pyrolysis is the thermochemical…
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Biochar & Carbon Drawdown
Category: Guides
Biochar is one of a small number of materials recognised by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC AR6, Working…
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Plain Biochar for Decontamination and Remediation Partners
Category: Guides
Biochar’s high internal surface area and chemical structure can act as an adsorbent for certain pollutants. As a raw material,…
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Using Biochar in Green Roofs and Living Walls
Category: Garden and Home, Guides
Can you use Biochar in Green Roofs? The loss of green space and shading is a significant factor in increased…
Read More Recycling and Reusing Compost
Category: Garden and Home, Guides, News
In 2021 around 2.3 million cubic metres of peat was sold for home garden use in the UK according to…
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Seed Compost: The Ultimate Guide
Category: FAQs, Garden and Home, Growing Guides, Guides
Peat Free Seed compost is one of the most underrated growing media in current use, and is also called Cutting…
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Can you replant your Christmas tree?
Category: Guides
With the environment at the forefront of everyone’s mind, it can feel wasteful to buy a living Christmas tree every…
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How to prepare your Winter garden for the best possible Spring
Category: Guides
The garden might be the last thing on your mind in December but getting winter gardening jobs done now before…
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How to plant a tree: a step-by-step guide
Category: Guides
The autumn and winter months are generally considered the best time to plant trees as there will be less impact from…
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How to protect your garden against dry spells
Category: Guides
The weather in the UK is getting more extreme, with prolonged dry spells and warmer temperatures throughout all four seasons…
Read More Eco-friendly gardening: Is it worth the effort?
Category: Guides
We all want to be sustainable and eco-friendly gardeners, but can our individual contributions actually make a difference to the…
Read More Everything you need to know about coir compost
Category: Guides
Coir, sometimes referred to as coconut fibre, or even ‘cocopeat’ is a natural fibre taken from coconut husks. Coir is…
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How to improve garden soil
Category: Garden and Home, Guides
The most successful gardeners cultivate a true love of soil and are always learning to improve garden soil. It should…
Read More The biggest mistakes that vegetable growers make
Category: Guides
Planting a vegetable garden is a great way to grow your own food and teach kids about where it comes…
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How to keep your lawn healthy
Category: Guides, Turf Management
Like everyone, you want to know how to keep your lawn healthy. We all want a pristine, perfectly mowed, lusciously…
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Beginner’s guide to container gardening
Category: Garden and Home, Guides
Tubs and pots are a fantastic way to brighten up any garden and are a great option for those who…
Read More Peat-free compost alternatives – the best options
Category: Garden and Home, Guides
Long-time Carbon Gold fans won’t be surprised to hear that we are over the moon at this week’s announcement that…
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How to plant a tree: 4 easy steps to a healthy tree
Category: Guides
Want to know stop a new healthy tree from dying in its first year? A newly planted tree can die…
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Large-scale planted trees – how to keep new trees alive
Category: Guides
Newly planted trees are a waste of time, money and effort if they fail to establish and survive. Large-scale tree…
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Climate change savvy gardening from the ground up
Category: Guides
Kim Stoddart, The Organic Way magazine editor and co-author of The Climate Change Garden Book explains how to build resilience…
Read More Moisture consistency is the key for effective compost
Category: FAQs, Garden and Home, Guides
Over-watering a plant or seedling over a prolonged period of time is a perfect way to ‘rot off ‘ roots…
Read More Resilient over-winter growing
Category: FAQs, Garden and Home, Guides
Over-winter growers are gearing up plans for Winter planting. Faced with increasing yield threats, such as Pythium and radiobacter, many…
Read More Time is Money
Category: Guides
Many growers are starting the 2017 season on the back foot. Some of the larger retailers have been late to…
Read More Can soil be too sterile?
Category: Guides
Soil gets worked hard in organic commercial production and, over time, it can build up with pathogens, pests and diseases.…
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Turning over a new leaf
Category: FAQs, Guides, News, Tree Care
In the UK, nearly one in three new trees planted in urban environments dies within its first year; a figure…
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