Can You Use Pool Filter Sand in Your Garden? Complete Guide
During this morning's pool filter sand swap, I spotted this massive pile of perfectly good sand that I'm about to dump in the trash. The pool store told me it's just silica sand, but I'm worried about chemicals and chlorine that might still be in it from filtering pool water.
I've heard that sand can help with drainage in heavy clay soil, which I definitely have in my backyard. But I want to make sure I won't harm my plants or vegetables if I use the old filter sand. Do I need to clean it first or test it somehow? Any advice from experienced pool owners would be really helpful!…more
I've heard that sand can help with drainage in heavy clay soil, which I definitely have in my backyard. But I want to make sure I won't harm my plants or vegetables if I use the old filter sand. Do I need to clean it first or test it somehow? Any advice from experienced pool owners would be really helpful!…more