It's time to fill greenhouses with snow: why it is necessary and what to expect in spring
In any dispute, common sense always wins, especially if the dispute concerns the future harvest in the greenhouse.
Let's figure out why in January many summer residents grab shovels to fill their greenhouses with snow. We'll tell you why this is done and whether there is any mistake here.
Snow in the greenhouse. Advantages
Often opponents of this concept say that snow prevents the destruction of bacilli and pests hiding in the soil. In fact, many pests and pathogenic environments do not die even in severe frosts.
As experts say, even if the soil freezes to a depth of 15-20 cm, only 30% of its harmful inhabitants die. But at the same time, the beneficial soil microflora dies.
Another disadvantage: the soil in the greenhouse risks drying out without snow. This happens due to higher temperatures and continued evaporation of moisture.
That is why summer residents throw snow into the greenhouse closer to the second half of winter. It will protect the soil from drying out, and in the spring it will create an additional supply of moisture, of which there is never enough.
It is enough to throw 10-15 centimeters of snow. But it is important to take into account the soil characteristics. If the garden is in a lowland, then excess moisture is of no use.
And if drought is a frequent guest in your area, then even this supply may not be enough.
