Questions tagged [no-dig]
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What's the rationale for establishing a no-dig garden?
I gather no-dig gardens can be established almost anywhere, from over a concrete surface to over a perennial weed infested garden.
What are the basic principles on how they work and is there any evidence that double digging is better where possible?
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No dig methodology?
My backyard has just been cleared of convolvulus ( field bindweed ), and native bush/trees exposing what used to be a lawn a decade ago. I'm thinking I would like to try the no-dig method of layering down some newspaper, putting some compost on top,…
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Do you uproot plants in a no dig garden with mulch
When using the no dig gardening method with mulched vegetable beds, what do you do in fall with the old plants?
I know that in no dig you do not want to disturb the soil. Also when mulching it's best to leave the mulch at the surface.
But now it's…
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Does wood chip need to be allowed to age before use if not planting nearby immediately?
I've been offered several deliveries of fresh wood chip from a local tree surgeon. This is ideal as we are planning on building new 'no dig' veg beds ready for use in the Spring (~5 months away).
I understand that wood chips, no matter what type,…
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How to use hazelnut shells in the garden
I eat a lot of raw hazelnuts (I love them!) I have been trying to use the cracked shells in the garden for years. Here is a list some of my attempts:
Composting them. This wasn't very effective, as they hardly break down at all within a composting…
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