Topic: ashes from coal fire

[Simon05]

can ashes from a coal fire be used on the plot?

[betula]

Coal ash can contain sulphur,not good for the garden :)

[Simon05]

thanks for the reply, it will go in the wheelie bin

[star]

Could it not be used on paths? Presuming you have raised beds of course..........its only a thought :)

[Robert_Brenchley]

Coal ash is traditional for paths; we used it for years in Cornwall, with no discernable damage to the garden. Grass grew enthusiastically on the path edges.

[star]

Its the same in Ireland Rob, almost all the older houses have clinker driveways and paths :)