How to till soil

About a year ago I was a firm believer in a no-till garden and no-dig gardening. But then I had an interesting experience this year that changed my mind.

Garden tilling is an essential skill, but many people are doing it the wrong way and at the wrong time. Here's what you should know.

Tilling destroys soil structure, increases weed seeds, and creates a lot more work. A no till garden is a much better and easier way to garden.

Are you looking to get your garden soil preparation done, ready for Spring planting? Do you know what type of soil you have? How to turn bad soil into good soil isn’t so difficult when you know how. #soil #fertilizer #gardening #gardeningtips #soilimprovement

7 Ways to Improve Soil Quality: Many of us inherit gardens and yards that consist of lifeless or hardpan soil unfit for growing edibles. Good quality soil is essential for an abundant garden and reducing the incidence of pests. While there are many ways to improve soil quality for the purpose of growing food, these are the seven methods that have been the most successful for me.:

A no-till garden is a method of gardening that does away with the traditional use of tilling to prepare the soil. In no-till gardens, the soil is not dug up and turned to prepare for planting. Instead, organic components like compost and animal fertilizers are layered over the soil to create a rich, nutrient-heavy base in which to plant seeds and starters.

How to make a raised bed garden for cheap! Learn how to start your own raised bed garden from scratch with no building of any boxes. This no-dig, zero-till, no build, organic raised bed method. It's budget friendly, only requiring very few affordable materials. Get started in the spring and plant right away, or prepare it in the late summer or early fall for next spring’s planting. Perfect for busy moms! Organic gardening the easy way.

Come dig (or, don't dig!) into natural no-till gardening - what it is, how to do it, and the stellar benefits it offers to organic soil and plant health.

If you are starting a new garden, you need to loosen the soil or till where you will be growing plants. With the double digging technique, you can start hand tilling soil without expensive machinery. Learn more here.

I'll show you how to prepare last years garden for this year. So, if you have an existing garden bed that’s not completely overgrown with weeds or grass, this is the guide for you. Learn how to prepare a garden bed for planting vegetables, including details about building the best soil for garden beds, and tips for adding organic soil amendments for vegetables. Follow these 5 simple steps and your garden will be ready for planting!