Did You Know? Your BBQ Ashes Can Feed Your Garden

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Did You Know? Your BBQ Ashes Can Feed Your Garden

If you’re tossing your charcoal ashes after a cookout, you might be throwing away gold — for your garden, that is.

Here’s the trick:

When you use natural lump charcoal — the kind with no chemicals or additives — the leftover ashes are rich in potassium, calcium, and lime. These minerals help balance soil acidity, support healthy plant growth, and even repel soft-bodied pests like slugs and snails.

3 Smart Ways to Use BBQ Ash in the Garden:

1. Fertilize Your Plants – Sprinkle cooled ashes lightly around tomatoes, peppers, or root veggies for a potassium boost.

2. Compost Booster – Add a thin layer to your compost pile to enhance nutrient balance.

3. Pest Repellent – Dust a little ash around garden beds to help keep unwanted critters away.

Uncle Clarence Tip: A little goes a long way. Too much ash can make your soil too alkaline, so use it sparingly.

Keep it natural, keep it conscious — and give your garden a little love while you’re at it.

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