Sometimes it is not possible to choose a site with good and fertile soil, and therefore you have to adapt to what is available.
We propose to consider the option of converting loamy and clayey soil into fertile soil for growing vegetables and garden crops.
The soil of both types contains a fairly large percentage of clay and loam; such soil does not allow air and water to pass through well.
Let us pay attention to the recommendations of the expert of the online publication Belnovosti and agronomist Anastasia Kovrizhnykh.
How to Make Clay and Loam Soil More Fertile
Follow 6 steps.
- Drainage. It can be deep and superficial. A network of grooves is dug that drain excess water from the beds.
- Reducing acidity. You can use lime, dolomite flour and ash.
- Improving the soil structure. Sand, peat, organic waste, perlite and corn meal are added.
- Fertilizers. Regular application of organic fertilizers is required.
- Mulching. Retains moisture in the soil, protects against drying out.
- Sowing green manure. This will allow the soil to be loosened.
Expert: Anastasia Kovrizhnykh
