2025 Spring Cover Crops Given our soil conditions—low in nutrients and compacted from being used as a tractor road—along with partial shade and deep plowing, we recommend a cover crop mix that focuses on maximizing nitrogen fixation, improving soil structure, and providing organic matter. Here’s that suggested mix: Hairy Vetch (Vicia villosa): This legume excels at fixing nitrogen in the soil, benefiting subsequent crops. It tolerates some...