Three-sector economy

Hi!

So I have read that it is not good to keep growing the same plants in the same spot in the garden repeatedly. The 3-field system has also proven itself a long time ago to avoid damaging the soil and thus increase yields. Can you tell me more about this consideration? :confused:

LG, sennor :)

Hi!

The two-field or three-field system can be described as a method of crop rotation, right? How can you apply such a system in your own garden? Is it enough, for example, to divide the garden into 3 beds and rotate the plants year after year?

Best regards,
sennor :D

Hello,

I would also be interested in how this principle works, is it enough to always plant different things in a bed or do you have to pay attention to more?

Crop Rotation

Hi!

The alternation of certain crop species in a fixed sequence on the same cultivation area is called crop rotation. When applied appropriately, it can positively influence the fertility of the soil.

The rule is: a regulated crop rotation must be observed between nitrogen consumers and nitrogen providers, shallow-rooted and deep-rooted plants, humus increasers and humus consumers, soil-depleting and soil-enriching plants, as well as light feeders and heavy feeders.

The compatibility of the plants with themselves and other cultivated plants must be considered. For example, wheat, peas, clover, beets, or alfalfa are incompatible with themselves, while beans, potatoes, or corn are compatible with themselves. If this is not considered, it can lead to deficiencies, increased pest infestations, and diseases.

Best regards,
Garden Design ;)

Hi Gartengestaltung,

that sounds complicated again... ;)
Could you please explain these terms, like [Flachwurzler] or [Stickstoff Zehrer], a bit more precisely...please! :)

Best regards,
sennor

Shallow and Deep Rooters

Hi sennor,

sure, I can give you some information about that.

Shallow rooters: This is what you call plants whose roots spread out like a plate in the upper soil layers. When the soil conditions are unfavorable, shallow rooters cannot find good support. This can cause them to simply fall over in storms, which also happens frequently with spruce species. In a monoculture, shallow rooters are therefore very vulnerable, which again argues in favor of choosing a mixed culture.

Deep rooters: Plants referred to in this way form taproots. Taproots have a very pronounced main root. Few lateral roots develop, and the main root penetrates deep into the ground. In this way, plants access the nutrients found in the lower soil layers. Examples include carrots, larches, common evening primrose, or dandelion.

From the description, it becomes clear, as I think, exactly why shallow and deep rooters should be combined.

Best regards,
Gardening design :)