This technique promotes soil health, reduces weed growth, and makes gardening easier by eliminating the need for tillingā¦.
The key components of no-dig gardening are:
- Layering Organic Matter: Adding layers of compost, straw, leaves, and other organic materials to create a nutrient-rich environment for plants.
- Avoiding Soil Disturbance: Keeping the soil intact and undisturbed to preserve its structure and microbial life.
- Building Soil Fertility: Relying on natural decomposition of organic matter to enrich the soil and support healthy plant growth.
- One of the greatest advantages of no-dig gardening is the reduction in physical labor.
Environmental Benefits:
No-dig gardening is environmentally friendly as it reduces soil erosion, minimizes carbon emissions from machinery, and promotes sustainable gardening practices.
