Leave Veggie Garden Unplanted Over Summer

Question

I want to let my veggie garden go unplanted this summer but would like to put nutrients back into the soil. What can/should I plant to help the soil become more healthy? Last year my tomatoes didn’t ripen well at all. This would be the first in about 7 years I won’t plant vegetables there.

Answer 1

These articles will help with that: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/cover-crops/green-manure-2.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/alfalfa/growing-alfalfa.htm

You should also consider crop rotation. This article will explain more: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/rotating-vegetables.htm