Soil solarization. Solarization is a simple nonchemical technique that captures radiant heat energy from the sun. This energy causes physical, chemical, and biological changes in the soil. These changes lead to control or suppression of soilborne plant pathogens such as fungi, bacteria, nematodes, and pests along with weed seed and seedlings. How to Solarize Soil The area to be solarized should be level and free of debris and large clods. The soil should be watered if the soil is dry. The soil should not be saturated but have the crumbly damp look that the soil would have at planting. An Example of Soil Solarization Links to Other Sites With Information on Soil Solarization The Soil Solarization Home (by Hebrew Univ. of Jerusalem) Soil Solarization for the Control of Nematodes and Soil-borne Diseases (by Auburn Univ.) Mint vs. lavender on hillside - Herbs Forum.
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