Crop rotation is a vital component of the home garden.
The practice, which basically means not growing the same crop in the same space year after year, can help lead to many positive outcomes, from higher yields to more pest control.
Positive outcomes of crop rotation
- Reduction of pests can occur by growing a variety of crops in the same space instead of a monocrop. This is the case for your garden and large-scale ag operations.
- Reduces soil-borne diseases through rotation.
- Reduces soil erosion.
- Positive impact on nutrients in the soil.
How do I get started with crop rotation?
One of the easiest ways to get your crops rotated in a pattern is to draw out your garden, planning, from the beginning. This can be done on a variety of software types, just choose your favorite one. In this chart, make sure you note what you will grow in the coming years (some of your favorites), even if you change your mind later. The idea here is to create your gardening map–a vital tool to keep things growing and your interest piqued.
Happy gardening!