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One way is to drain the water away to some lower location. The simplest way is with aditch, or, if your garden is large, a few ditches. You will also, of course, need the ditch to drain onto lower ground. The moreclayin the soil, the more ditches are needed to drain off the wa...
Also, working clay soil when it’s too wet can damage soil structure. Ideally, wait several weeks before planting to allow time for the materials to break down.This is also a good time to apply organic fertilizers and adjust soil pH if needed. Add garden lime to make the soil more ...
One way is to drain the water away to some lower location. The simplest way is with aditch, or, if your garden is large, a few ditches. You will also, of course, need the ditch to drain onto lower ground. The moreclayin the soil, the more ditches are needed to drain off the wa...
Clay soil drains more slowly, while sandy soil drains more quickly. Water should drain within 12 to 48 hours of an average rainfall to keep plants healthy and mosquitos at bay.Dig your garden. Dig a shallow basin 6 to 8 inches deep that slopes from the outer edges to the deepest point ...
So one simple act will improve your soil, keep weeds at bay and make your beds and borders look far better. Why do soils need improving? Clay soils: Although clay soils hold nutrients well, they are heavy, slow to warm up and tend to be too wet (sticky) in the winter and too dry...
Roses (Rosa spp.) add an air of sophistication and timeless beauty to any garden. Choosing the right site for your rose bushes is key to their success. According to theClemson Cooperative Extension, roses need soil that is loose, drains well and is rich in organic matter. Clay soi...
The best type of soil to establish turf on is sandy loam. Clay soil is poorly drained in spring, and dries to a rock-hard consistency in summer that can stunt the root development of grass. In order to maintain a lush, healthy lawn, you should start by amending the heavy clay soil so...
I’ve figured out a few things that have improved the quality of my clay soil. These tips have made my efforts in the garden more fruitful and less back-breaking. Let’s start with the first step: determining if you actually have clay soil. Then I’ll show you what to do to fix it...
Organic mulch gradually breaks down in the soil and improves soil structure, helping clay soils to drain better and sandy soils to retain moisture. A looser soil structure also makes it easier to remove weeds. When spreading organic mulch around plants, make sure that the mulch does not touch...