Published Aug 24, 2024
Nourish your soil with compost, manure, or leaf mould to build strong plants. Add organic matter in winter and top up during the growing season to retain moisture and reduce weeds.
Boost plants with organic fertilizers like liquid seaweed or homemade comfrey tea. Grow comfrey near your compost bin, use its leaves around plants, or add them to compost.
Use permanent beds to save space and focus resources. Beds accessible from all sides let you grow in blocks for better yields. Add organic matter directly, not on paths.
For best results, grow plants suited to your soil and climate. Warm areas are great for tomatoes, and cool areas suit chard. Choose varieties that match your local conditions.
Shade is perfect for leafy veggies, slow growers, and hardy fruits like blackcurrants. To grow more in shaded areas, use the Garden Planner to find suitable crops.
Plants that are too close and crops may get sick; if they are too far, you waste space. The Garden Planner helps you space plants right, and Square Foot Gardening maximizes space usage.