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Quick Clay Soil Improvement for Vegetable Garden

Simple steps to improve clay soil for vegetables.

Process

Till to loosen.
Add 2+ inches leaves, grass clippings, compost, fine bark, or manure.
Till again.
Test pH; adjust to 6.5.
Plant.

Organic matter is the key; repeat annually.

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