Litter Layer Maintained – Case Study
Here is a case study using fava beans and wheat as a cover crop. In the fall plant red winter wheat and fava beans in the same area. This case study makes a litter layer for a veggie garden. The same method can be used for native gardens. Just change the cover crop. When harvesting or [...]
Litter Layer Biology – Soil horizon
The litter layer 9sometimes called the Soil Horizon) is the most important layer. This is the place where the soil and outer world meet. It is also the place where plant nutrients from old plants enter back into the soil system. It is also the gateway for water and air to enter and escape. By controlling [...]