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I literally make a gardening plan or drawing representing what to plant where. That way, I’ll know what and how many seeds or transplants I need. The first time I drew out the plan, I did it on graph paper and so I could do it somewhat to scale. I didn’t measure exactly, but...
The ideal transplant has a good root system but is not root-bound. The stem will be strong and the internodes between the sets of leaves will be small. Transplants that are too tall will tend to break and dry out more easily once planted out into the garden. To control transpla...
Now that you know a bit more about when you can plant your vegetable garden, it’s time to tackle the things that can make all difference between having a thriving veggie patch or waiting for the next season to try again. Lay the Foundation Knowing how to start a vegetable garden requires...
Consider all factors affecting your veggie patch, from soil type and quality to pests and the weather, that may impact its success, such as pests and weather. To keep deer and rabbits from wandering into your garden, fence off a section to prevent their entry, while cold-hardy vegetables sh...
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What is a practical size for a starter veggie garden? Even if you have a lot of space to plant your vegetable garden, you don’t necessarily want to create more work for yourself than you can handle. As your plants grow, you’ll have to do some weeding, watering, pruning and other ...
Some veggies do well with limited light and space, while others need plenty of sunshine and room to grow, so deciding what you'll grow in your indoor or outdoor veggie garden is one of the most important decisions you'll make. Here's a quick cheat sheet!
If using a hand-held hose, insert your finger into the soil to gauge its moistness. If necessary, water until all layers of soil are moist; wait a day or so and water again if necessary; wait another day or so before repeating this procedure if your garden is located under mulch cover...
Most vegetable plants cooperate in our one acre veggie garden. Years ago, we discovered the answer to poorly producing veggie crops: chickens. Throw your wayward lettuce and pea plants to some chickens and they will thank you for it by producing the finest brown eggs. ...