How to Grow More Vegetables

with a spading fork and remove any weeds.

2. Spread a ½-inch layer of compost including 50% soil over the entire area to be dug
   (after mixing in a ½-inch layer of sand or clay 12 inches deep; optional, see this
   page).


3. Thoroughly mix in compost 12 inches deep.


4. Remove the soil from the upper part of the first trench and place it in a soil storage
   area for use in making compost, flat soil, and soil for filling the final trench, when
   needed.


5. Loosen the soil an additional 12 inches.