yeşil gübre

Turkish - English

Definition of yeşil gübre in Turkish English dictionary

green manure

A crop that is ploughed into the soil to improve its fertility

a growing crop that is plowed under to enrich soil

A growing crop, such as clover or grass, that is plowed under the soil to improve fertility. Crop grown and plowed under for its beneficial effects to the soil and subsequent crops, though during its growth it may be grazed. These crops are usually annuals, either grasses or legumes. They add nitrogen to the soil, increase the general fertility level, reduce erosion, improve the physical condition of the soil, and reduce nutrient loss from leaching. They are usually planted in the fall and turned under in the spring before the summer crop is sown. See also cover crop

plants used as fertilizer

Hyphenation

ye·şil güb·re