Wrote:
Unfortunately last link does not work but rest are Great links! Thank
you Newt! I like the idea to use lasagna beds. I have plenty tree
leaves on the ground that I can use as compost for these beds. I think
it will work.
Genya
Newt wrote:-
Hi Genya,
The best way to build up your soil and improve the tilth (condition)-
is-
with organic material. You don't need to purchase topsoil. If you-
add-
finished compost you don't have to wait to plant. Bagged compost-
would-
probably be less expensive then bagged top soil, and if you have a-
large-
area to cover you could purchase the compost in bulk to be delivered-
to-
you, which is even less expensive then bagged. If that isn't to your
liking, you could do lasagna beds (also called sheet composting or
interbay mulch) that should be ready by the time you are ready to put
out your veggies. Basically is involves building a compost pile in
layers where you want to plant. You don't even have to turn it into
the soil, but could plant your transplants directly intoit. This
should be helpful.
http://tinyurl.com/22hp5
http://tinyurl.com/37rht
For more info on improving your soil take a look here.
http://tinyurl.com/69rfy
http://tinyurl.com/5s8xh
Newt
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Hi Genya,
You are very welcome! And, I'd like to thank you for letting me know
about the link that isn't working. I went to the site main page:
http://www.soilfoodweb.com/
and it's under construction. I'd say to save the this link and check
back from time to time. I don't remember if the info was archived or a
article in the news, but you will be looking specifically on an article
about approach. Hope that helps.
There are also other things you can do with leaves. If you have a
shredder or a lawnmower with a bagger, you can shred them and use them
as mulch or compost them to make 'leaf mold'.
http://tinyurl.com/7x7dz
Good luck with your new garden beds!
Newt
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