
No-Till Garden Plots: A Beginner's Journey from Weeds to Harvest
A first-time renter transforms a weedy 20x40-foot community plot into a productive no-dig garden using cardboard, compost, and mulch. The method, championed by Charles Dowding and Kevin Espiritu, cuts labor and boosts soil life. By late May, the gardener harvested over 25 pounds of produce, proving the technique's viability for beginners.

