Interesting question. Most gardeners would agree that crops should be rotated, but the reality is that this is not always necessary or possible, especially for a small garden. Crop rotation is more important for gardeners and farmers who produce a lot of food (and have spacing between crop families). It definitely helps with certain issues such as late blight on tomatoes and those horrible squash bugs. Just by rotating crops, you cut down on plant diseases and pests and you improve soil nutrition.
However, if you have a small garden, yes, you can add compost. Focus on 1) replenishing your soil with that compost or organic matter to keep it nutrient-rich so your plants have food, 2) keeping your garden clean and removing any spent foliage during the season or you’ll get bugs and disease, especially at the end of the season, and 3) water at ground level to avoid disease. If you do get blight or a lot of pests, reconsider this strategy!
Interesting question. Most gardeners would agree that crops should be rotated, but the reality is that this is not always necessary or possible, especially for a small garden. Crop rotation is more important for gardeners and farmers who produce a lot of food (and have spacing between crop families). It definitely helps with certain issues such as late blight on tomatoes and those horrible squash bugs. Just by rotating crops, you cut down on plant diseases and pests and you improve soil nutrition.
However, if you have a small garden, yes, you can add compost. Focus on 1) replenishing your soil with that compost or organic matter to keep it nutrient-rich so your plants have food, 2) keeping your garden clean and removing any spent foliage during the season or you’ll get bugs and disease, especially at the end of the season, and 3) water at ground level to avoid disease. If you do get blight or a lot of pests, reconsider this strategy!