How to Plow a Garden
Fresh vegetables are not only fun to raise but they also have healthy benefits. Growing a garden is a rewarding project for the entire family. However, it takes work to keep the weeds and pests out and to get the garden started. Plowing a garden takes effort and patience. But, once you have finished, then you can start planting your vegetables and watch them grow. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Clean debris from the winter from your garden spot. Things such as tree branches and leaves should be removed. It also removes any eggs of unwanted pests that are detrimental to the plants.
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Spread fertilizer on your spot. This will enrich the soil and make the plants grow stronger and produce more vegetables. How much to spread depends on how big your garden will be. Cow manure is best for gardens but it may contain seeds of weeds.
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Check your tractor to make sure it's in good running shape before plowing. Check areas such as the oil, brakes, tire pressure and fuel, just as you would your car. This will keep your tractor in good running shape. Also, keep your plowing implement in good shape as well so that the tines are sharp enough to cut into the ground.
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Plow your garden after the threat of frost has passed. The reason for this is that the moisture in the ground will make the dirt form clods. These will stay around for a while without breaking down into softer dirt and can make planting difficult. The less moisture, the better plowing.
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Plow your garden to get the longest furrow. You won't have to make as many turns and your work will be better for it. Plow deeply into the ground to bring fresh and strong dirt to the surface.
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Use a harrow to get rid of huge clods and level the garden. Make sure the teeth are sharp enough to cut through the dirt and tear apart those clods. Go lengthwise and crosswise. It will make the dirt more settled.
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Tips & Warnings
Make sure your garden spot is big enough to use a tractor and plow implements.
Use caution when on a tractor. Do not attempt to go up hills and go into areas that may cause your tractor to turn over. Take care when using sharp implements. They can cut fingers and hands. Get out to work in the early part of the day so as it doesn't get too hot.
