How to Improve Clay Soil with Compost and Amendments
Soil is composed of three primary materials: sand, silt, and clay in different proportions. Even without having soil formally tested, it’s pretty easy to tell if your soil is high...
How to Prepare Garden Beds for Winter in Oklahoma Using Compost and Mulch
Gardeners, nature lovers, and landscape enthusiasts alike usually agree fall is a beautiful season that signals the approaching dormant season. But there is still plenty of work...
Compost vs. Topsoil: Which Do You Need for Your Project?
If you’re like most gardeners and landscapers, you want to nurture your plants so they thrive. You’ve probably heard the benefits of adding compost to beds or using high-quality...
Soil Health in Oklahoma: Save Money & Build Resilient Landscapes
You know that feeling when you dig into really good soil? It’s dark, crumbly, and smells earthy. Compare that to the hard-packed clay or sandy dust you sometimes encounter on job...
Compost for Large-Scale Farming: Cut Costs & Build Resilience
After six decades in the materials business, we’ve watched compost evolve from something farmers viewed as “glorified dirt” to a strategic asset that’s reshaping how we think...
Erosion Control 101: How Compost Can Protect Your Soil and Waterways
Every contractor knows the drill. Heavy rains hit a job site, and suddenly there’s mud everywhere–flowing into storm drains, washing across parking lots, creating a mess that...
Smart Irrigation Systems for Commercial Landscapes
Water conservation is essential, especially for commercial landscapes. Our team at Minick Materials knows how important choosing the right irrigation solution is to help conserve...
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Minick Materials Soil: How We Compare to Bagged Big Box Soil Products
When it comes to gardening, choosing the right soil is essential for the success of your plants. However, many bagged soil products found in stores are often low quality and lack...
3 Reasons to Top-Dress Your Fescue
You've got fescue grass and it’s a struggle to maintain. You’re not alone. Fescue is a tough grass to grow in Central Oklahoma. The secret to success with fescue is in proper...
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If you’re looking for construction stone and materials, look no further.
No two construction projects are alike. No matter how long you’ve been in the industry, there’s always a new product or new material to test. But there’s one material that’s...
We offer Commercial Soil, compost, and soil amendments
As a commercial grower, you need soil that is specifically formulated for your use and growing needs. Our quality soil mixes have superior water retention rates that drain freely,...
Spring Means a Busy Growing Season is Coming
Spring will be here soon, and gardeners know what that means - it’s time to get back to work on those gardens! Whether you grow beautiful flowers, a productive veggie patch, or an...
Soil Stabilization Methods for Better Ground Stabilization | Minick Materials Blog
When breaking ground on a new site, often, the soil isn’t ready to safely bear heavy loads. Laying concrete, asphalt, or other construction materials for pavement, roads, and...
All About Lightweight Soils: Everything You Need to Know
With the growing popularity of container gardening among apartment dwellers and those with no access to a garden or yard, lightweight soils have become a staple for many amateur...
