Have Your Best Garden Ever in 2016
It’s no secret that a great garden starts with great soil. Soil is a source of nutrients, air and water essential to the establishment of healthy root systems in plants; but its supply is not infinite.
A neglected soil is far less likely to yield the results you are looking for in your perfect garden. Over time your soil can become nutrient deficient, compacted or thin which can make it difficult to grow and lead to poor plant health. A great soil is rich in nutrients, PH balanced and has excellent tilth, allowing for easy air and water flow. Furthermore, a great soil should also be built up enough to allow your plants’ roots plenty of room to grow deep and thus access more water and nutrients.
How can you take a tired, dull soil and turn it into a great soil? This can be accomplished using a number of techniques. One of the easiest ways to improve such a soil is by using an amendment or enhancer that is made up in large part of organic matter. Soil amendments are designed to be mixed in with existing soils to bolster areas in need of improvement.
The ideal time to introduce organic matter into your growing areas is in the Fall. This allows the beneficial microorganisms in your soil more time to become active before gardening season arrives. There are great products on the market that can make a real difference in the results you see from your garden this year, including Manderley’s Premium Garden Soil – which can be conveniently delivered right to your driveway in an easy-to-store cubic yard bag.
Manderley’s soil mix is a 100% natural product consisting of black earth, organic fertilizer, compost, sand and lime. The organic content in the mix is quite high, which promotes microbial activity in your growing area. Microorganisms will work hard to mineralize the organic nutrients giving your plants more food for healthy growth. Each component in this mix contributes particles of different sizes and shapes. This results in improved airflow and drainage and reduces the risk of over compaction. The organic-based soil will also provide excellent water retention; something your plants’ roots will really appreciate.
Giving your best garden ever the head start it deserves isn’t rocket science. Follow these easy steps for best results:
Step one – Determine how much soil you need – Keep in mind that you should aim to maintain at least a 6” soil depth.
Step two – Go get your soil, or better yet, have it delivered in a Blue Cube right to your driveway without mess or hassle.
Step three – Till or turn over the existing soil in your growing areas.
Step four – Add in your soil mix and ensure that your beds reach the appropriate depth. It’s that easy.
Understanding the importance of maintaining a healthy soil is the first step in reaching your garden goals for 2016. By following these four steps and giving your plants proper care throughout the gardening season, you’ll be amazed at the difference.
