339 How To Water Clay Soil (and more clay gardening tips!)

Garden Basics with Farmer Fred

In this episode of Garden Basics with Farmer Fred, the focus is on how to water clay soil and other tips for gardening in clay. Debbie Flower, America's Favorite retired college horticultural professor, shares valuable insights on the topic. The episode covers the characteristics of clay soil, the importance of organic matter, watering techniques, mulching, and the use of cover crops. The conversation also delves into the impact of soil structure on crop production and the benefits of no-till and cover cropping practices.
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Sand-Silt-Clay Jar Demonstration
Lawn Sprinkler Watering Measuring Cups
Moisture Meters
Peaceful Valley Farm Supply cover crop chart
Results of study of soil benefits of no-till, cover cropping on CA farmland

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Chapters

1. 339 How To Water Clay Soil (and more clay gardening tips!) (00:00:00)

2. How to Irrigate Clay Soil, Pt 1 (00:01:29)

3. Smart Pots! (00:15:59)

4. How to Irrigate Clay Soil (and more clay tips!) Pt. 2 (00:18:06)

5. [Ad] Create Harmony (00:25:20)

6. Dave Wilson Nursery (00:25:21)

7. (Cont.) How to Irrigate Clay Soil (and more clay tips!) Pt. 2 (00:25:21)

8. How to Irrigate Clay Soil (and more clay tips!) Pt. 3 (00:26:55)

9. Garden Basics Podcast - Help Spread the Word! (00:32:30)