Green Manure

Definition

Green manure refers to plants that are grown specifically to be incorporated into the soil while still green. These plants add organic matter, improve soil structure, enhance nutrient content, and increase moisture retention.

Related terms

Composting:

The process of decomposing organic materials into nutrient-rich humus that can be used as a soil amendment.

Cover crops: Crops planted between main crop seasons to protect and improve the soil, prevent erosion, and suppress weeds.

Nutrient cycling: The movement and transformation of nutrients through various components of an ecosystem, including the soil, plants, and organisms.