Winter Cover Crops for Better Soil

Reader Contribution by Vicki Mattern
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I’m looking for a winter cover crop to improve my soil for next season. What are the best choices?

Planting a winter cover crop is a great way to store solar energy through the off-season in your soil and build fertility for the following year. Cover crops can improve soil texture, boost organic matter, prevent erosion, suppress weeds, and provide food and shelter for beneficial insects.

In general, there are two basic types of winter cover crops:

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