An easy way to dig a new garden

Planning on starting a new garden this spring? A little preparation now will make the digging and turning so much easier.

Mark out the area you want to turn into your new garden site then cover it with black plastic. Garbage bags work well for this held in place with a few rocks. Three or four weeks later all the plants under the plastic will die and the soil will be soft, moist and easy to dig. A new garden site could not be easier to prepare.

Some seedlings need warm soil to be transplanted into, to warm up the garden soil simply cover with clear plastic. This warms the ground while allowing the light to pass through so the garden will be ready for your transplants as soon as the seedlings and the weather permit.