No Dig Gardening

No dig gardening is becoming more popular in organic circles. While tilling can incorporate materials into the soil uniformly, it also destroys soil structure. Roots from plants as well as worm holes can make channels for air and water to travel down. These holes of varying size keeps the soil from getting compacted and help in nutrient exchange because the volume of air and water exposed to the roots of plants increases. While this method isnt for everyone, it has some advantages. One primary advantage is that no dig gardening encourages a greater population of beneficial fungi. This method has also shown that weed suppression is easier because weed seeds are not allowed to surface from below and allowed to germinate. If organic material needs to be added using no dig, it should be left to rot on the surface as a mulch or added in the form of compost by side dressing. For more information please visit http://www.compostingforprofit.com