Jims Farm

We use natural production methods designed to protect air and water quality while improving soil fertility with compost, mulch, and green cover crops. Bed preparation in our gardens is based on two key plant needs; a loosened, well-drained soil with good aeration, and a healthy abundance of organic matter to feed the life in the soil. We loosen and aerate our clay soil to a depth of one foot, then, we edge out the bed, add about an inch of fine compost to the surface of the soil, and incorporate it lightly into the top few inches of the bed adding organic matter, and sculpting the bed to a smooth, fine surface creates a wonderful growing medium for just about anything. Soil aeration and compost also fuel a frenzy of microbial activity in the soil, and this activity unlocks even more soil nutrients for plants. In addition to our bed preparation by hand, we maintain a good deal of diversity in the garden. That way, no matter what weather is thrown our way, something is bound to thrive.