{"product_id":"urban-worm-biochar","title":"Urban Worm Biochar | Soil Amendment for Microbes \u0026 Nutrient Retention","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"236\" data-end=\"406\"\u003eSupercharge your soil with Urban Worm Biochar, a powerful carbon-rich amendment designed to improve nutrient retention, microbial activity, and long-term soil health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"408\" data-end=\"724\"\u003eProduced in Maine from recycled wood waste through a high-temperature, low-oxygen process called pyrolysis, this biochar is over 97% carbon and packed with microscopic pores. These pores create an ideal habitat for beneficial microbes while increasing your soil’s ability to hold onto nutrients and moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"892\"\u003eWhether you're building living soil, improving raised beds, or boosting compost performance, biochar helps create a more resilient and productive growing environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14at72t\" data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"916\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1oz13t7\" data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"978\"\u003e97% carbon biochar for long-lasting soil improvement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"t03l1j\" data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"1052\"\u003eHigh cation exchange capacity (CEC) for better nutrient retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wci71e\" data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003eProvides a dense habitat for beneficial microbes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ykdviv\" data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1175\"\u003eImproves soil structure, aeration, and moisture retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ifvf5t\" data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003eMade from recycled wood waste using sustainable processes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mb6rdf\" data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003eIdeal for gardens, raised beds, compost, and soil blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"lzw84j\" data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003eWhy Use Biochar?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1419\"\u003eBiochar acts like a sponge for both nutrients and microbes. Its porous structure helps:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1aaa0bo\" data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003eHold nutrients in the root zone longer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vv5cux\" data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003eSupport beneficial microbial life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ljy01g\" data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003eImprove soil fertility over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fspiww\" data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003eReduce nutrient leaching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1o8ilei\" data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003eEnhance plant growth and resilience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"13lfa99\" data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1629\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1830\"\u003eFor best results, charge your biochar before use by mixing it with compost, worm castings, or a nutrient-rich solution. This allows microbes to colonize the biochar before adding it to your soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1f6yq5\" data-start=\"1837\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"g915g3\" data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1892\"\u003eRaised garden beds and soil mixes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8ns8t\" data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"1929\"\u003eComposting systems and worm bins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13gx9ks\" data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003eImproving poor or depleted soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11lgvpg\" data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003eOrganic and regenerative gardening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pzxn72\" data-start=\"2005\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003eLong-term soil building\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2060\" data-end=\"2226\"\u003eBuild better soil from the ground up, pair Urban Worm Biochar with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pepperjoe.com\/products\/urban-worm-company-worm-castings-approved-for-organic-use\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Urban Worm Castings | Soil Amendment for Plant Growth\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eworm castings\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pepperjoe.com\/products\/urban-worm-bag-version-2\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Urban Worm Bag Version 2 – Continuous Flow Worm Composting Bin\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eUrban Worm Bag composting bin\u003c\/a\u003e to create a microbe-rich environment your plants will thrive in.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Urban Worm Company","offers":[{"title":"2 quarts (1.7 lbs)","offer_id":44156850602026,"sku":"UWC-BC-1QT","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 quarts (3.4 lbs)","offer_id":44156850634794,"sku":"UWC-BC-4QT","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 quarts (8.5 lbs)","offer_id":44156850667562,"sku":"UWC-BC-10QT","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0915\/1060\/files\/Urban-Worm-Biochar.jpg?v=1775749114","url":"https:\/\/pepperjoe.com\/products\/urban-worm-biochar","provider":"Pepper Joe’s","version":"1.0","type":"link"}