Hi, I just had a number of trees removed from a good sized part of our backyard (approx. 100 ft x 5 ft)...I'd like to get the soil ready for transplanting in the fall.

Any thoughts on how best to get the soil in good shape? With all the roots, wood chips/mulch, clay, and low pH, it's in pretty rough shape.

I was thinking applying some urea to get things broken down. I'm an organic guy by nature, but may have to go that way until the browns are broken down enough to lay down some green manure.

As far as green manure, definitely putting down rye/vetch in the fall for overwintering. But, any thoughts on the summer portion? I'll be seeding in late May probably. It's up to either red clover/oats or straight up buckwheat. Is there a decent summer crop that will form a deep taproot (does mustard)?

Thanks for your help! Adam