A no-dig garden promotes healthy soil by feeding microorganisms that improve plant growth. Here’s how to nourish your soil life naturally:
Use compost, grass clippings, straw, and leaves to create nutrient-rich layers.
Disturbing the soil disrupts beneficial microbes, fungi, and earthworms.
A top dressing of compost provides continuous food for soil life.
A thick layer of mulch (wood chips, straw, or leaves) retains moisture and supports decomposition.
Worms aerate the soil, and fungi break down organic matter into nutrients.
Keep the soil moist but not soggy to maintain microbial activity.
Plants like clover or legumes add organic matter and improve soil structure