About Jemasco Compost & Manure
Jemasco Compost & Manure is a 40 lb. organic soil amendment made for improving existing soil in gardens, flower beds, raised beds, vegetable areas, and other planting spaces.
Rather than serving primarily as a standalone fill soil, Compost & Manure is used to add organic matter and improve the condition of existing soil.
Current product information identifies Jemasco Cow Manure Compost as a nutrient-rich amendment intended to support healthy plant growth while improving soil structure and water retention.
Outdoor Warehouse Supply carries Jemasco Compost & Manure in 40 lb. bags for residential, commercial, and contractor landscape projects throughout Dallas–Fort Worth and North Texas.
| Product Details | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Jemasco Compost & Manure |
| Brand | Jemasco |
| Product Type | Organic soil amendment / compost |
| Bag Size | 40 Lb. |
| Primary Material | Composted manure |
| Additional Listed Components | Bark & sand |
| Primary Uses | Gardens, raised beds, flower beds, vegetable gardens, soil improvement |
| Primary Benefits | Organic matter, improved soil structure, moisture management, root-zone improvement |
| Service Area | Dallas–Fort Worth and North Texas |
Compost is a naturally processed organic product. Moisture, texture, color, density, and exact appearance may vary between bags.
What Is Jemasco Compost & Manure?
Jemasco Compost & Manure is an organic soil amendment based on composted manure.
A current nursery product reference describes Jemasco Compost/Manure as a blend of:
- Composted manure
- Bark
- Sand
Unlike fresh manure, composted manure has gone through a decomposition process before being packaged for landscape use.
The resulting product can be incorporated into existing soil to improve:
- Organic matter
- Soil structure
- Moisture retention
- Root-zone conditions
- Overall workability
What Does Composted Manure Do for Soil?
Composted manure contributes decomposed organic material to the soil.
Organic matter can help improve:
- Soil aggregation
- Water-holding capacity
- Air movement
- Nutrient availability
- Biological activity
This makes composted manure useful in soils that are:
- Low in organic matter
- Heavily disturbed
- Difficult to work
- Very sandy
- Dense or clay-heavy
Why Is the Manure Composted?
Fresh manure and composted manure are very different products.
Composting allows organic material to break down before it is incorporated into the landscape.
This generally produces a more stable amendment that is better suited for use around plants.
Composting also reduces the amount of recognizable raw organic material compared with fresh manure.
Does Jemasco Compost & Manure Contain Bark and Sand?
A current Jemasco nursery listing describes the product as composted manure, bark, and sand.
Those additional materials can contribute to the overall texture and workability of the amendment.
Bark adds organic material, while sand contributes mineral structure.
Jemasco Compost & Manure for Garden Beds
One of the strongest uses for Compost & Manure is improving existing garden soil.
It can be incorporated into:
- Flower beds
- Perennial gardens
- Shrub beds
- Vegetable gardens
- New planting areas
The amendment is generally mixed into existing soil rather than simply left as a thick standalone layer.
Jemasco Compost & Manure for Raised Beds
Compost & Manure can be an excellent component of a raised-bed soil blend.
It can be combined with:
- Topsoil
- Growers Mix
- Existing garden soil
- Other suitable planting media
to increase organic content.
For most raised beds, compost should be thought of as an ingredient in the soil system, not necessarily the only material filling the bed.
Jemasco Compost & Manure for Vegetable Gardens
Current Jemasco product information specifically identifies vegetables among the intended uses for Cow Manure Compost.
It can help improve soil before planting vegetables by adding organic material and improving soil structure.
Vegetable fertility needs still vary by crop, so compost should not automatically be treated as a complete fertilizer program.
Jemasco Compost & Manure for Flower Beds
Compost & Manure can be incorporated into flower beds before planting:
- Annuals
- Perennials
- Roses
- Flowering shrubs
- Seasonal color
Improving the soil before planting can help create a better environment for root establishment.
Can Compost & Manure Be Used Around Trees and Shrubs?
Yes, it can be incorporated into surrounding soil or used as part of general bed improvement.
However, compost should not be piled heavily against:
- Tree trunks
- Shrub stems
- Plant crowns
The root flare of a tree should remain properly exposed.
Is Jemasco Compost & Manure a Fertilizer?
Not exactly.
Composted manure can provide nutrients, but it is primarily best understood as a soil amendment.
Its main value comes from improving:
- Organic matter
- Soil structure
- Moisture management
- Biological activity
Plant nutrient needs may still require a separate fertilizer program.
Does Compost & Manure Improve Soil Structure?
Yes.
Current Jemasco product information specifically identifies improved soil structure as one of its benefits.
Organic matter can help clay particles form better aggregates, while also helping loose sandy soil hold more moisture.
Does Compost & Manure Help Hold Water?
Yes.
Organic matter can improve the soil’s ability to retain moisture.
Jemasco’s current product information also lists enhanced water retention as a benefit.
This can be especially useful in North Texas during hot, dry conditions.
Does Compost & Manure Improve Drainage?
It can.
This may sound contradictory to moisture retention, but healthy amended soil can often both hold useful moisture and allow excess water to move through more effectively.
Current Jemasco descriptions specifically mention improved drainage as a benefit of the product.
Does Compost Support Soil Microbes?
Yes.
Organic compost provides material that supports soil biological activity.
Current Jemasco product information specifically mentions promoting beneficial microbial activity.
Healthy soil biology plays a role in organic-matter decomposition and nutrient cycling.
Jemasco Compost & Manure for North Texas Clay Soil
Compost is particularly useful for improving heavy North Texas clay.
Repeated incorporation of organic matter can help make clay soil:
- Easier to work
- Better structured
- More porous
- Better able to manage moisture
It does not instantly transform clay into a completely different soil type, but regular organic amendment can improve its condition over time.
How Much Compost Should Be Added to Existing Soil?
The appropriate amount depends on:
- Existing soil condition
- Bed depth
- Plant type
- Existing organic matter
- Whether the bed is new or established
For general bed preparation, compost is typically blended into the upper root-zone soil rather than installed as an excessively thick pure layer.
Because recommendations can vary significantly, customers working on specialized plantings should follow plant-specific or soil-test guidance.
Can Jemasco Compost & Manure Be Used by Itself?
It is generally better thought of as a soil amendment rather than a complete standalone soil.
For many planting projects, it works best when mixed with:
- Native soil
- Topsoil
- Growers Mix
- Other appropriate soil components
Using a balanced soil system provides better mineral structure and root support.
Jemasco Compost & Manure vs. Top Soil
| Compost & Manure | Top Soil |
|---|---|
| Organic amendment | General soil product |
| Adds organic matter | Adds soil volume |
| Mixed into existing soil | Can be used for filling |
| Improves soil condition | Used for leveling and planting |
| Nutrient-rich organic material | More mineral-soil focused |
These products are often used together rather than as substitutes.
Jemasco Compost & Manure vs. Growers Mix
| Compost & Manure | Growers Mix |
|---|---|
| Soil amendment | Complete growing-medium blend |
| High organic amendment value | Balanced planting structure |
| Composted manure based | Pine fines, peat, perlite & sand |
| Usually mixed with soil | Can be used more independently |
| Improves existing soil | Creates a lighter root zone |
Jemasco Compost & Manure vs. Potting Soil
| Compost & Manure | Potting Soil |
|---|---|
| Soil amendment | Container-growing medium |
| Mixed into soil | Used to fill pots |
| High organic content | Balanced for container roots |
| Not typically used alone in containers | Specifically intended for containers |
| Improves fertility and structure | Provides root-zone aeration and drainage |
Compost should generally not replace a properly formulated potting soil in containers.
Jemasco Compost & Manure vs. Mulch
| Compost & Manure | Mulch |
|---|---|
| Incorporated into soil | Applied over soil |
| Improves root-zone soil | Protects soil surface |
| Decomposed organic material | Less-decomposed wood material |
| Adds organic matter directly | Breaks down gradually |
| Soil amendment | Surface groundcover |
Both are organic landscape products but serve very different purposes.
Can Compost Be Used as Lawn Top-Dressing?
Yes, compost can sometimes be applied as a thin top-dressing over lawns.
It may help contribute organic matter to the upper soil surface.
Applications should remain thin enough that existing turf is not buried or smothered.
For major lawn leveling, topsoil or a specialized top-dressing blend may be more appropriate.
Can Compost Be Used Before Installing Sod?
Yes.
Compost can be incorporated into poor native soil before sod installation to improve the root-zone soil.
The area should still be:
- Properly graded
- Firm but not heavily compacted
- Smooth enough for sod installation
- Properly drained
Does Jemasco Compost & Manure Smell?
Composted manure may retain some earthy or manure-like odor, especially when moist.
However, properly composted material should generally smell more earthy and decomposed than fresh manure.
Odor intensity can vary between bags and with moisture.
Will Compost Attract Insects?
Organic soil amendments naturally support soil organisms.
Customers may occasionally see:
- Small insects
- Fungi
- Decomposing organic material
This does not necessarily indicate a product problem.
A functioning compost product contains biologically active organic matter.
Does Compost Break Down Over Time?
Yes.
Compost continues to decompose and integrate into the soil.
That is part of its purpose.
Because of this, amended beds may periodically benefit from additional organic matter over time.
Does Compost & Manure Contain Weed Seeds?
Composted products generally undergo processing intended to break down organic material, but OWS should not advertise any natural soil amendment as completely weed-free unless the manufacturer specifically guarantees that.
Weed seeds can also arrive later through:
- Wind
- Birds
- Existing soil
- Irrigation
- Other landscape materials
How Much Volume Is in a 40 Lb. Bag?
Because Jemasco sells this product by weight, a fixed cubic-foot volume should not be assumed unless the manufacturer provides one for the exact product.
Bag volume can change depending on:
- Moisture
- Density
- Compaction
- Organic-material content
For this reason, OWS should describe it as a 40 lb. bag rather than converting it to an unsupported volume.
Why Is Compost Sold by Weight?
Weight provides a consistent packaged quantity even when moisture changes the loose volume of an organic material.
A wetter bag can occupy a different volume than a drier bag while still containing the labeled weight.
Pros & Cons of Jemasco Compost & Manure
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Adds organic matter | Not intended as structural fill |
| Helps improve soil structure | Usually best mixed with other soil |
| Can improve moisture retention | Can have an earthy/manure odor |
| Can support better drainage | Organic material breaks down over time |
| Supports soil biological activity | May still require additional fertilizer |
| Useful for gardens and raised beds | Exact volume varies with moisture |
| Helpful for North Texas clay soil | Not a substitute for potting soil |
| Convenient 40 lb. bag | Natural texture and appearance vary |
Jemasco Compost & Manure in Dallas–Fort Worth Landscapes
Jemasco Compost & Manure is especially useful in Dallas–Fort Worth landscapes where customers want to add organic matter and improve heavy or disturbed soil before planting.
It works well in:
- Flower beds
- Vegetable gardens
- Raised beds
- Shrub plantings
- New landscape beds
- Lawn and sod preparation
Outdoor Warehouse Supply carries Jemasco Compost & Manure in 40 lb. bags through our Plano and Lewisville locations.
Industry Contractor & Wholesale Pricing
Outdoor Warehouse Supply offers industry contractor and wholesale pricing for qualifying landscape contractors, growers, property managers, builders, HOA professionals, commercial landscapers, and other industry buyers.
Contractors can source Jemasco Compost & Manure alongside Top Soil, Potting Soil, Growers Mix, mulch, plants, bulk soils, edging, decorative rock, and other landscape materials throughout Dallas–Fort Worth and North Texas.
Contact our Plano or Lewisville sales staff for current inventory and quantity availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jemasco Compost & Manure?
Jemasco Compost & Manure is an organic soil amendment based on composted manure and intended to improve soil structure, fertility, moisture management, and plant-growing conditions.
What size bag does Outdoor Warehouse Supply carry?
OWS carries it in a 40 lb. bag. Current Jemasco Cow Manure Compost listings also identify the product as 40 lb.
What is Jemasco Compost & Manure made from?
A current Jemasco nursery listing describes the blend as composted manure, bark, and sand.
Is the manure composted?
Yes.
The product is sold as cow manure compost rather than fresh manure.
Is Jemasco Compost & Manure organic?
Current product information describes it as an organic, nutrient-rich soil amendment.
Can Jemasco Compost & Manure be used in gardens?
Yes.
It is suitable for garden soil improvement.
Can it be used in vegetable gardens?
Yes.
Vegetables are specifically listed among the intended uses.
Can it be used in flower beds?
Yes.
It can be incorporated into flower and ornamental planting beds.
Is Compost & Manure good for raised beds?
Yes.
It works well as an organic component blended with topsoil or other growing media.
Can Compost & Manure be used by itself?
It is generally better used as a soil amendment rather than as the only material in a planting bed.
Does compost help clay soil?
Yes.
Organic matter can improve the structure and workability of heavy clay soil over time.
Does Compost & Manure help retain water?
Yes.
Improved water retention is one of the current listed benefits.
Does Compost & Manure improve drainage?
It can help improve soil structure and drainage when incorporated into suitable existing soil. Current product descriptions specifically mention drainage improvement.
Does Compost & Manure provide nutrients?
Yes.
Composted manure contributes organic nutrients, although it should not automatically be treated as a complete fertilizer program.
Is Compost & Manure the same as fertilizer?
No.
It is primarily a soil amendment.
Does compost support beneficial microbes?
Yes.
Current Jemasco information specifically mentions beneficial microbial activity as one of the product’s benefits.
Is Compost & Manure the same as topsoil?
No.
Compost is an organic amendment, while topsoil provides general soil volume.
Is Compost & Manure the same as potting soil?
No.
Potting soil is formulated as a container-growing medium, while compost is used to improve soil.
Is Compost & Manure the same as Growers Mix?
No.
Growers Mix is a complete blended growing medium, while Compost & Manure is primarily an amendment.
Can compost be used before installing sod?
Yes.
It can be incorporated into poor soil during lawn preparation.
Can compost be used as lawn top-dressing?
Yes, in a thin layer that does not bury existing turf.
Does composted manure smell?
It can have an earthy or mild manure-like odor, especially when moist.
Does Compost & Manure break down?
Yes.
It continues decomposing and integrating into the soil.
How much volume is in a 40 lb. bag?
The exact volume can vary with moisture and density, so OWS should list the product by its 40 lb. bag weight unless Jemasco provides an official volume conversion.
Is Jemasco Compost & Manure available in Dallas–Fort Worth?
Yes.
Outdoor Warehouse Supply carries it through our Plano and Lewisville locations.
