No-Dig Beds & Compost
As winter draws near, what are you doing to get your no till garden beds ready?
This time of year always feels bittersweet. I know my garden needs a break, just like I do, but saying goodbye to this beloved place is tough. Still, it's the perfect moment to shower some affection on the garden and tuck it in for the winter. Come spring, it'll be bursting with energy, ready to give you loads of delicious produce.
Top off No-till beds with Compost
Every year, I give my No - Till beds fresh compost and if they are not growing a cover crop I let them rest through the winter. This helps it break down properly, so when spring rolls around, it's all set for planting, with any extra goodies needed depending on what I'm growing.
I was super excited when I saw some marked-down garden beds at our local farm store. I just had to grab them and expand my garden a bit more this year. I always say one day my whole yard will be a garden, my very own "Garden of Eden."
The ideal process would have been to start by removing the grass and weeds, or at least kill them off with plastic, to avoid potential weed issues later on.
Since this was a bit of a last-minute decision, we opted to lay cardboard directly over the grass. This not only helps suppress weeds but also serves as a good barrier against them. Plus, it creates a cozy habitat for earthworms. We chose to place the garden beds on the north side of our garden to avoid the hassle of hauling a ton of soil, especially considering the low spots on the east side. Hopefully, in the future, I'll figure out a way to expand in that direction.
Our entire family pitches in to create our garden space. It's not just a place for me to find peace and grow food for us; it brings so much joy to my kids too. There's something truly magical about strolling through the garden and seeing one of my girls spot a new fruit or flower in bloom. Their excitement matches mine, and let me tell you, they devour the garden veggies when they're out there.
Excited about adding nearly 100 more square feet to our garden? Great! Check out the video below to see how we're making it happen.
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