Soil solarization: sun and clear plastic are all you need to rid ground of pests and weeds

Article Abstract:

Soil solarization, a process developed by the Israelis in the 1970s, is a process which traps radiant energy. Clear plastic sheets are placed tightly over cultivated and pre-moistened soil beds. It takes about four to eight weeks before pests and weeds are destroyed.

Environmental aspects, Soil disinfection, Soil biology

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Making a compost pile

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A compost pile is started with the stockpiling and storage of various ingredients that include grass clippings, shredded newspaper, coffee grounds, vegetable peelings and crushed eggshells. These materials are rich in high-carbon and high-nitrogen nutrients.

Compost

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Growing melons with plastic mulch

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A plastic cover can warm the soil before planting melons as well as hold in moisture and keep out weeds. Step-by-step directions are presented for preparing the soil, covering it with plastic mulch, transplanting and covering the bed.

Usage, Plastic products, Growth, Melons, Mulching, Agricultural supplies, Plastics in agriculture

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