highorganic
Highorganic is a term used to describe materials or substrates with a high proportion of organic matter relative to mineral content. It is used in soil science, horticulture, and environmental labeling to indicate elevated organic material levels, such as decomposed plant matter, compost, or mulch.
In soils, highorganic often corresponds to higher soil organic matter (SOM) or soil organic carbon (SOC) content,
Measurement and standards: Highorganic is not a formal regulatory term in most jurisdictions; its usage is
Applications: In gardening and agriculture, products described as highorganic indicate enriched organic content, for example highorganic
Limitations: Very high organic content can lead to soil immobile nutrients if C:N ratio is high, potential
See also: Soil organic matter; compost; mulch; soil fertility.