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Why experienced gardeners leave tomato and cabbage roots in the soil: not everyone knows about this
07.11.2023 11:44
During harvesting, summer residents generally remove all plant residues.
They are either burned or sent to a compost pit.
However, some experienced gardeners prefer to leave the root system of some plants directly in the soil, noted the expert of the online publication "BelNovosti", scientist-agronomist and landscape designer Anastasia Kovrizhnykh .
What is the meaning of this action?
The role of cabbage roots
You can leave not only the root system in the soil, but also leave a few cabbage leaves, previously chopped, in the garden bed.
This will help the soil become more fertile and of better quality.
It is believed that such an action will not only enrich the mineral composition of the soil, but will also become an excellent bait for worms, which are ideal for improving the structure of the soil.
Why Leave Tomato Roots
It is important to note that we are talking only about healthy plants. If you notice signs of diseases or pests, such plant remains must be destroyed.
Tomato roots should also be left in the soil to improve its structure and chemical composition. Healthy tops can be chopped up with a shovel and left in the garden bed.
