Healthy Soil for a Healthy Garden - Page 2
Adding organic matter on a regular basis is probably one of the most important things we can do. Adding compost and animal manure can do many things, for instance:
Increases the soil's capability to hold nutrients.
Makes food available to plants over a longer period of time.
Lessens the amount of nutrients lost by erosion or leaching.
Provides micronutrients that are needed by plants in small amounts.
Releases nutrients already in the soil by increasing the action of beneficial microorganisms.
Increases the water-holding capacity for sandy soils.
Increases the drainage of clay soils.
Saves money.
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