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Old September 27, 2015   #7
feldon30
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This is a huge problem when working with peat moss of any kind. I wonder if some sort of surfactant, such as dishwashing soap, would be as beneficial for soil as it is for getting peat to accept water? Obviously you want a soap that is as natural as possible without any chemicals.
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