land plaster

American  

noun

1. finely ground gypsum, used chiefly as a fertilizer.

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Etymology

Origin of land plaster

An Americanism dating back to 1885–90

Example Sentences

Gypsum is used as a fertilizer under the name of "land plaster," and with the growing recognition of the lack of sulphur in various soils an extension of its application is not unlikely.

From The Economic Aspect of Geology by Leith, C. K. (Charles Kenneth)

To prevent the tar sticking to the hands in planting, dust the nuts with dry wood ashes, land plaster, or fine dry sand.

From The Nut Culturist A Treatise on Propogation, Planting, and Cultivation of Nut Bearing Trees and Shrubs Adapted to the Climate of the United States by Fuller, Andrew S.

Lime and land plaster are also valuable, as they cause chemical changes which tend to break up clayey soils.

From Home Vegetable Gardening — a Complete and Practical Guide to the Planting and Care of All Vegetables, Fruits and Berries Worth Growing for Home Use by Rockwell, F. F. (Frederick Frye)

Gypsum or land plaster has been often used to correct this condition, and frequently with excellent results.

From Clovers and How to Grow Them by Shaw, Thomas

Gypsum or land plaster holds ammonia, and is thus of the highest value as a preservative.

From Farm Gardening with Hints on Cheap Manuring Quick Cash Crops and How to Grow Them by Anonymous