At Apsley Farms, we love learning from the past to use techniques that work for the present, and ridging – or hilling – is a perfect example.
Ridging involves creating raised rows of soil and placing plants on top, while using the lower, in-between furrows for drainage and access.
It is a technique that has been used for centuries in horticulture.
By adding mulch on top of the ridges and in the furrows, gardeners can further protect the soil, creating a system that:
- Retains soil moisture more effectively
- Reduces weeds
- Protects soil structure from erosion and compaction
- Gradually improves soil health as the mulch breaks down
Ideal for root crops and tuber vegetables, it is a lower-input approach that delivers consistent results; exactly the kind of thinking that underpins how we work at Aspley Farms.
As we head into the growing season, techniques like this remind us that good land stewardship does not always mean reaching for something new.
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If you would like to know more about how our mulch works, we give plenty of guidance on our website, or give us a call and we can talk you through what might work best for your garden.
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