This article outlines an innovative approach to gardening using a compost trench over three years. It begins with the initial steps of digging a trench 12-14 inches deep, filling it with compost materials, covering it with soil, and allowing it to decompose for six months before planting.
In the first year, plants are grown directly above the compost trench. In the second year, the garden layout is rotated, utilizing the previous trench for new plants while creating paths where plants were grown the year before. By the third year, the cycle continues, alternating planting areas and paths, ensuring the compost trench is used again.
The accompanying visuals highlight a real garden trench filled with compost and young plants, as well as a gardener actively working, showcasing the hands-on nature of this technique. This method not only enhances soil health but also maximizes space and nutrients in a sustainable manner by utilizing organic waste.