Soils   

Preparing Soils for Planting Season and Beyond: Building Soil Quality with Compost
Presented by: Paige Tantillo

Agenda    

Why is Soil Important?
Soil Food Web
Preparing your Garden
Techniques to Improve Soil
Soil Secret Weapon: Compost
Gardening Resources

Why is Soil Important?    

Healthy soil is integral to plant health
Network of insects and beneficial bacteria working underground forming an intricate natural system
Landscape is only as healthy as its soil
Plants growing in a healthy environment have a much higher success rate
Healthy soil holds more moisture
Provides support to plants

Preparing your Garden 

New Garden
Soil Test
Examine existing soil – Is it sandy? Clay? A mix?
Mix black soil, manure, and sweet soil from local nursery
Work the soil and mix to a depth of at least 18 inches
Continue building soil throughout season

Preparing your Garden

Existing Garden
What did you add to your garden last year?
Did you let leaves decompose over the summer?
Examine soil
What are your plans for the upcoming season?
Next Steps
Add manure and if available, compost
Plant your garden
Once planted, add mulch material
Work on building soil throughout season

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