Homesteading & gardeningElias GardenerSTRONGER THAN MANURE & FREE! Just 1 Spoon in Fall Makes Soil SUPER FERTILE!
STRONGER THAN MANURE & FREE! Just 1 Spoon in Fall Makes Soil SUPER FERTILE!
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Published Oct 8, 2026, 3:48 AM · 1w ago
Elias Gardener
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Your garden soil is not worn out. It may simply be going into winter hungry. Every fall, we pull out the plants, rake the beds bare, and wonder why the ground turns hard as brick by spring. But what if the answer is already sitting in your kitchen?
Here are the 6 steps I use to feed my garden soil before winter:
1. Count the Workers: Test your soil with a spade and count the earthworms.
2. The Supper Bucket: Use unsalted potato water or one spoonful of cooked cornstarch to feed soil microbes.
3. Oats for the Worms: Scatter plain oats to encourage earthworm activity.
4. Leave the Roots: Cut finished plants at soil level and let healthy roots decompose underground.
5. A Drink and a Blanket: Water dry beds and cover them with fallen leaves to protect soil life.
6. The Mistakes to Avoid: Never sprinkle dry starch, use salted water, or overfeed your soil.
These simple fall gardening methods can help improve soil structure, support earthworms, and prepare your garden for healthier spring growth without expensive fertilizers.
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**What state are you gardening in, and is your soil hard, dry, or full of worms?** Tell me below!
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Disclaimer: The content in this video is for educational and entertainment purposes only, sharing traditional practices and personal experiences. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or structural advice. Always do your own research before applying new methods to your home. Results may vary.
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- Published
- Oct 8, 2026, 3:48 AM
- Length
- 22:03 (1,323 s)
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- Long-form
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- People & Blogs
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- EN-US
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- HD
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- Made for kids
- No
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- 0vquyUBf2-k
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