Not all summer residents add nutrients to the hole when planting potatoes, as they believe that enriching the soil in spring and autumn is sufficient for a high-quality harvest.
This approach seems logical, but it is not entirely correct.
Even fertile soil will become even richer if you don't forget to add "surprises" to the hole. With this approach, it is much easier for potatoes to obtain nutrients. In addition, this simple method can help in the fight against pests in some cases.
What can be put in the hole
Ash and humus
This fertilizer can be very effective, as it contains a number of nutrients necessary for the full development of potatoes.
With the help of ash and humus, even on poor soil you can count on a decent harvest.
The components should be taken in equal quantities and combined with the soil.
Against wireworm
If ash and humus are "responsible" for the balance of nutrients, then they will not be able to drive away the wireworm. You can try using very simple but effective methods.
For example, you can add a few pine needles to the hole. A handful of onion peels has a similar effect, says Anastasia Kovrizhnykh , an agronomist and landscape designer, and an expert for the online publication BelNovosti.
