Green manure is usually sown in autumn or spring. But much depends on what results the gardener intends to achieve from the selected crop.
It is also important to have an idea of the soil condition, the pests and diseases that live there. And then you can improve the soil for the new season.
Anastasia Kovrizhnykh, an expert of the online publication BelNovosti, agronomist and landscape designer, told us which green manure crops can be sown in the summer.
So, it is impossible to choose a crop for health improvement without taking into account the condition and type of soil, climatic conditions, the presence of pests and diseases, etc.
But in general, you can sow these types of plants.
1. Alfalfa
It grows quickly and produces a lot of green mass. It is sown in greenhouses, in open ground, as well as in flowerpots and other containers.
2. Rye
Like alfalfa, it is a fast-growing crop. It can be used for sowing in summer. It is a good source of nutrients for plants and also helps fight garden pests.
3. Clover
A fast-growing and unpretentious plant that grows well in the summer. Improves the soil structure, belongs to honey plants.
4. Rapeseed
It is also suitable for sowing in different conditions - open ground or greenhouses. The plant is used to improve the soil structure and fight pests.
5. Mustard
A win-win option is sowing mustard. Not only does it improve the quality of the soil, but it also prevents the growth of weeds, the spread of diseases, and most garden pests do not like mustard.
After cultivation, do not forget to incorporate the green manure into the soil.
