Creating and Managing Soil Microclimates in the Vegetable Garden
Introduction: Why Soil Microclimates Matter Soil microclimates—the small variations in temperature, moisture, and airflow within your garden beds—have a big impact on plant growth, soil life, and nutrient cycling. Over decades of hands-on gardening, I’ve discovered that intentionally managing microclimates helps vegetables thrive, supports soil microbes, and enhances regenerative practices. By tailoring the environment to…