Follow these steps to ensure a healthy harvest come spring.
The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic had many unexpected social benefits, among them making workplaces more flexible, increasing support for local businesses, and an increased interest in at-home hobbies, including gardening. At the start of the pandemic in March 2020, it was estimated that millions of people began seeking advice on how to plant vegetables, flowers, and other seeds at home. In fact, sales for seed distributors blossomed to as much as 20 times the average.
With the cold season already here for some of us, Pela compiled a list of fall and early winter tasks that will get your garden ready for the spring. Read on to find out what you can do now to ensure a healthy harvest come spring. Canva Spread a leaf mulch Leaf mulch can be easily made and can help boost the moisture retention, temperature control, and pH balance of the soil. After several years, this can even produce more nutrient-rich and nourishing soil, giving way to healthier plants. When gathering leaves to make a leaf mulch, keep in mind the type of leaves you use.
stefanolunardi // Shutterstock Prepare new beds Preparing soil for planting is a critical step in ensuring the success of one’s garden—without proper attention, it will be difficult for seeds to thrive weeks down the line. First, one should ensure the chosen area is clear of irrigation or utility lines that may not be immediately noticeable. Dead vegetation should then be cleared out, and soil should be flipped over section by section, at a depth of 12–18 inches.
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