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GrowGuide UK Winter soil care, page 1 of 2: Winter soil-cover choices and a mulch-volume calculation.
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Cover for winter.

Winter soil care

Choose mulch or a timely green manure, make leafmould and protect empty vegetable beds through the UK winter.

  • A practical winter soil-cover chart
  • Autumn green manure sowing windows
  • Leafmould steps and a mulch-volume example

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Print both A4 pages in portrait at actual size. September-November guidance; adjust to your local weather and growing conditions.

Compiled by GrowGuide UK. Follow the guidance for your crop, variety and local conditions.