
Online Course 1, Module 5: Fertility, compost and soil
These three words have a usage and meaning that varies with context. I give you the definitions that matter for no dig, simpler than often explained.
Soil and compost behave so differently. We look at composts you can buy or source for free, and how to make compost at home.
Lesson 13 – Make your own compost
Homemade compost has abundant life, and I show how to increase the microbes and organisms. Everybody’s heaps and additions are different; once you have a grasp of the principles, you can create a process that works in your space.
Lesson 14 – What is fertility?
Fertility is often equated to nutrients feeding plants, yet true and long-term fertility is about so much more than this. I explain how easy it is to grow great plants when you know surprisingly little about nutrient supply and uptake. Green fingers and a biological approach, rather than calculations and spreadsheets!
Lesson 15 – Comparing soil and compost: a trial
I had a fun comment on Instagram, a “professional horticulturist” who declared that soil and compost are the same thing! I show you how they are not, why they are not and how it helps your gardening when you understand the differences.
Lesson 16 – Types of compost and trial results
The one word “compost” covers so many products and possibilities. Enjoy the tour of different types in this lesson, and the results of growth comparisons from using four of them.
NEXT: Module 6 – Small space successions, with a course summary
Online Course 1, Module 5: Fertility, compost and soil
£25.00
Fertility, compost and soil
These three words have a usage and meaning that varies with context. I give you the definitions that matter for no dig, simpler than often explained. Soil and compost behave so differently. We look at composts you can buy or source for free, and how to make compost at home.
Louise Brighton (verified owner) –
I’ve really enjoyed participating in this short, subject specific course. As a novice home grower of fruit and vegetables, it’s been great to learn more about compost and soil, and what to look for when making and using it in the garden. I feel that I now have a better understanding of the key differences and the benefits of using various types, where to use them, and how. Thank you Charles!
Charles –
Thanks for your feedback Louise. Knowledge is power, and may your garden flourish.