Well-structured soils are said to have "good soil tilth." This generally means they are granular enough that roots and oxygen can easily penetrate them. Note, however, that soils that are somewhat clayish rather than on the sandy side hold water for longer, which is a good thing. peganum ...
With container plants it will be at the same depth as the pots, for bare root trees and shrubs they should go in the soil at the same depth as the muddy ‘tide mark’ around their stem. If you are planting on heavy clay, rough up the sides of the planting holes with a garden ...
An easy way to amend your soil with wood chips is to add your organic materials in the fall after you've harvested your crops, which allows enough time for it to decompose before spring planting time. Related How to Use Gypsum on Clay Soil How to Soften Clay Soil How to Add Urea to ...
Planting Let’s review some of the early stages of growing grapes. This process requires extensive preparation in advance, so you may want to start planning and preparing in the fall months for spring planting! When To Plant Grapes The best time to plant them is early spring. ...
Planting Choose a sunny spot with well-draining soil. Sweet potatoes aren’t too picky, but they do prefer soil on the sandier side. They need plenty of air space in the soil for roots to reach down. Consider growing in raised beds if your soil is clay, rocky, or compacted. ...
HOW TO SOFTEN HARD MODELING CHOCOLATE: Your modeling chocolate will harden as it ages. Always keep it formed into a flat disc and keep it wrapped tightly in plastic wrap in a zip-top bag or airtight container. Even if you do this, you will find that your chocolate clay is fairly hard ...
Keep an Eye Out for Mold and Mildew All wine cellars are intentionally humid to keep the cork moist. Although, humidity can lead to mold. But don’t be alarmed as you can simply wipe it off with a clean, soft cloth. However, you do want to make sure to react at the first sign of...
If you’re planting your garden directly into the ground, you’ll need to get rid of all the grass first. Why should you remove your grass? If the soil layer on top of the grass is not dense enough, grass shoots or weeds might pop through and disturb your garden. If you have a ...
Here are some extra tips for preventing frost damage in spring. Losing young plants to a late spring frost can be a real bummer. In early spring, warm up your soil faster with row covers or garden fleece. This technique is beneficial for heavy or clay soils that retain much moisture. Lay...
double dig the soil surrounding sunflowers before planting to soften the ground and remove roots or rocks. Sunflowers dislike competing for space, so avoid weed growth where possible. While sunflowers will grow in loamy, clay, or sandy soils, they need a well-draining area for healthiest growth...