Trees and Vines

If trees and vines are not yet established, concentrate on building the organic content of the soil with cover crops and/or compost for a few years before planting. If vines and trees are already established, keep an organic mulch around plants at all times. Grow adapted winter cover crops in the centers.

In the spring when the trees and vines are actively growing and beginning to need soil moisture, cut the cover crop down to form a mulch. Never disc or disturb the soil between trees or vines more than one-inch deep or drive vehicles unnecessarily near plants when soil is moist enough to make tracks.