To acquire land with fertile soil is not fortunate enough to many in our district, for example, in gardens dominated by the clay ground. Of course, the quality of the soil depends on the quality of the crop, as well as in most cases, to choose a suitable area for the beds we do not have - that are content, that is.
In this article I will talk about how to improve the clay soil to a few years later, she miraculously turned into a full-fledged fertile soil.
On the disadvantages of clay soilI think everyone knows - it's hard crust covering the upper layer of earth, and poor air circulation, and the permanent stagnation of groundwater. In such circumstances, cultural and garden plants is very difficult to grow and develop properly, which naturally affects the quality and quantity of the crop.
Just I want to warn you that the changes will not be visible lightning - the restoration of the soil structure would require a lot of time. Only regular "wellness" treatments in the garden will provide the desired result. Therefore, we will not waste precious time talking and rolled up their sleeves and start working.
The first step, which will help restore the air exchange in the clay ground will soil drainage using a grid of drainage ditches. With this plant the beds will feel much more comfortable, because their root system will be able to properly "breathe."
Further We will deal with soil deoxidationBecause, as a rule, in the clay ground acidity level is much higher than normal. Our task - to help turn liming acid soil in neutral, and this, again, will greatly facilitate the plants 'life'.
And, of course, we will apply disintegrating materials such as peat, compost, sand, manure, humus - these components are gradually improve soil structure and increase its fertility.
Well, if you do not have time or desire to wait to improve the soil in the garden, then there is a way - we provide high beds with the filling of the organics. Of course, will have to sweat a little and spend a certain amount of money, but we no longer have to suffer with clay.
Be patient, and every season Take time to "cure" the ground - after a few years of your harvest will be the envy of all the neighbors.