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Re: Wood ashes?

I would like to ask a related question here.
I read somewhere sometime ago that mushroom compost should not be used on highly 
alkaline soils. Would anybody know from experience if this is indeed true and if 
yes, why ?
Thanks in advance
Vinata
> I've used then for years. They are hogh in potash, which is necessary for
> storng stems & bloom. Using the ashes (I apply a light coating once or twice
> per area, during the winter) I find the soil is not as compacted, even
> during a drought. It's easier to dig, & I ssem to get a lot of nice blooms.
> the blues of blooms like hyacinth & violet appear to be bluer. I have
> noticed no damage, & there has been no sign of any significant altering of
> the existing Ph.
> TerryLynn
> 
> Lena P Mitchell wrote:
> 
> > Are wood ashes (from a fireplace) good for gardens?  I have an abundance
> > and don't want to throw them away if they are beneficial. Are there any
> > plants in particular that benefit from the ashes?
> >
> > I have heavy clay soil here in good old Wisconsin.
> > Thanks in advance
> >
> > Lena
> > Lena36@juno.com
> > Zone 5 SE Wisconsin
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