How Do You Prepare Soil For A Garden?
We prepare our farmland for cultivation by subsoiling, bottom plowing, analyzing the pH and micronutrient constituents and determining amendment requirements. Gardeners can have the same success if they employ similar techniques on a smaller scale. Applying compost in a variety of methods can solve a multitude of soil issues. • Choose a location with the fundamental requirements for the plants you plan to grow. Normally, this will mean good exposure to direct sunlight for a minimum of 6 hours each day, and sufficient drainage to keep the soil from becoming waterlogged. Also consider possible pests that may visit your garden and help themselves, it might be better to work within a fenced area. • Sample the soil material. Basic soils can be sand, sandy loam, loam, loamy clay, and clay. The clay soils do not drain well, and will need loam, sand, or other amendments to allow excess water to drain from them. Sandy soil allows too much water to drain, and will need to be heavily composted or
• Choose a location with the fundamental requirements for the plants you plan to grow. Normally, this will mean good exposure to direct sunlight for a minimum of 6 hours each day, and sufficient drainage to keep the soil from becoming waterlogged. Also consider possible pests that may visit your garden and help themselves, it might be better to work within a fenced area. • Sample the soil material. Basic soils can be sand, sandy loam, loam, loamy clay, and clay. The clay soils do not drain well, and will need loam, sand, or other amendments to allow excess water to drain from them. Sandy soil allows too much water to drain, and will need to be heavily composted or fortified with clay or good topsoil. Garden supply stores can test the soil pH, or acidity, and may recommend adding lime or sulfur to adjust the acid level you specific plants require. • Plan the garden layout, allowing room for plants to spread out, vine, or bush as they mature. Watermelons, cucumbers, and squash require lo
