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NO Till Vegetable Garden classSaturday Morning Oct. 4th
10 to 12
Would you like to Have a Vegetable Garden with less work? Less weeds? Less Fertilizer ? Less Water?
It is possible with a No-Till Garden.
Come and learn the Principles of a no till garden that builds healthy soil and reduces W**d pressure.
In this class Mike Cunningham will share his experience and techniques that he uses to grow Organic Vegetables at Country Gardens Farm .
Tour of the garden to follow the Class.
It's all about the soil so you need to start now to have your best gardening year ever.
$10
Register at our website Countrygardensfarm under events or call 770-251-2673
Read more below
The No-Till Revolution:
How Doing Less Helps Your Garden Flourish
Here at Country Gardens Farm, we've seen the remarkable benefits of no-till gardening firsthand. For decades, home gardeners and commercial farmers alike have relied on tilling—the practice of digging up and turning over the soil—to prepare their vegetable beds each season. But we've learned that doing less can actually lead to more. By putting away the tiller, we've discovered a way to improve soil health, conserve water, reduce weeds, and produce better yields. And the best part? It's a method any home gardener can use.
Why go no-till?
Tilling, or otherwise disturbing the soil, can have negative long-term effects on your garden.
It breaks up the soil's natural structure, destroying the pathways for water and air created by earthworms and other soil organisms. This can lead to soil compaction, erosion, and runoff.
It disrupts the soil food web, a vital ecosystem of microbes, fungi, and bacteria that convert organic matter into nutrients for your plants.
It brings W**d seeds to the surface, where they can germinate and take over your garden beds.
In contrast, no-till gardening mimics the way nature works, leaving the soil structure and its inhabitants undisturbed.
The many benefits of a no-till system
At Country Gardens Farm, our experience with no-till gardening has shown us that this method offers a wide range of advantages for your home vegetable garden:
Improved soil quality: Without tilling, the organic matter you add to your garden stays on the surface, slowly decomposing to create healthier, more fertile soil over time. This leads to a richer, crumbly soil texture.
Fewer weeds: Tilling disturbs the soil and exposes dormant W**d seeds to light, causing them to germinate. In a no-till system, a thick layer of mulch prevents these seeds from sprouting, drastically cutting down on the time you'll spend weeding.
Better nutrient availability: Tilling can destroy the delicate fungal networks (mycorrhizae) in the soil that deliver nutrients to your plants. By preserving this network, you ensure that your vegetables have access to the nutrients they need to thrive.
Superior water conservation: The layers of organic matter in a no-till bed act like a sponge, absorbing and holding onto moisture. This means you'll need to water less, which is not only more convenient but also better for the environment.
Better yields: Healthier soil and more efficient use of water and nutrients ultimately leads to more robust, healthier plants and more abundant harvests.
Your no-till gardening journey
Transitioning to a no-till garden is a rewarding process, and you'll find it gets easier over time. The first season may present a few challenges, but as your soil biology improves, you'll see your garden grow stronger and become more productive. This Fall and Winter would be a great time to Start preparing the soil so that yoy can have a great Garden next season.
If Your interested in learning more I'll be teaching a class on No-till vegetable Gardening on Oct 4th.
Presented by Mike Cunningham of Country Gardens Farm
Saturday Morning Oct. 4th from 10 to 12. $10 Register online
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Country Gardens Farm, 2050 Sharpsburg McCollum Rd,Sharpsburg, Georgia, United States
