I use raised gardens to overcome that problem. The soil gets worked when I
can and then I rake it into hills 12 inches high, as long as I need them,
and 4 inches wide at the highest point. I lay my soaker hose on top and
plant on both sides of the soaker hose and water when and as needed. This
method also keeps potatoes from rotting from too much rain and makes weeds
easier to handle.

Dwayne

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I live in Oregon, and this time of year we seldom get more then 3 or 4 days
at a time without rain (if that much). As a result my backyard is quite wet
(mud), and the soil can't be easily worked with. Is there any way to
actually work with the soil to get cold weather crops planted? I'm tempted
to just dig a very shallow trench, plant my seeds, and cover it with mulch
or something that doesn't turn to mud when it rains. Any ideas?