There are some really important things to do between seasons when you're turning over your beds, so let's get into it!
The last of my summer crops are getting out of hand, I've eaten all that I can, and the plants are getting issues.
Here are the things that I do to ensure successful transitions from season to season:
1. Remove infrastructure and cut plants down the the ground
I don't fully rip out the roots (unless if they're weeds) because the roots will die and rot which will improve the soil. I also don't want to disturb the soil and all of the good stuff below the surface.
However, many plants will grow right back, so it can be useful to cut right at the soil level or even just below.
2. Pull back the mulch
Mulch is awesome! It's so critical to retaining moisture and regulating temperature. I make sure all growing spaces are covered in mulch, so we need to move it aside for this next step.
We don't want to bury this mulch, so we pull it aside when amending or aerating.
3. Aerate the soil
Soil compacts over time, so we want to fluff up the soil to introduce air. This is key for plants, bacteria, insects, and microbes to grow.
It doesn't have to be a big deal. You can just simply break up the soil a little bit with a shovel or similar tool.
4. Amend the soil
Plants pull nutrients out of the soil, so we need to replenish that over time. I really like to use a mix of worm castings and tea, fertilizer, manure, and compost. What I use varies depending on what plants I'm growing.
After you've watered that in, it's time to wrap things up!
5. Add mulch on top
This may be the mulch you previously pushed aside, but you might also need to get some fresh mulch. This will protect the soil until you're ready to plant.
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