Plants cultivated to improve soil and water conditions and/or control soil erosion, weeds, pests, and diseases. Planting cover crops is a sustainable way to re-invigorate your soil without the use of additives and retain a balance with your farm or garden and the natural biodiversity of your land. Crops planted to increase fertility are sometimes called “green manure” and are planted, grown, then tilled into the soil before reaching maturity. Popular types of green manure include beans, lentils, lupine, and alfalfa.
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