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| Lets all start to grow our own veggies! |
http://www.hgtv.com/gardening/top-10-rules-for-growing-vegetables-and-fruits/pictures/index.html?ic1=obnetwork
HGTV lists 10 rules for growing Veggies and having a garden. I think they're good tips for any starting grower.
1.) Start small and don't overwhelm yourself.
2.) Full Sun - Most veggies will require 6 hours of direct sun a day. Lettuce and Radish can go less.
3.) Soil quality is crucial - liberally add organic matter such as finished compost, bagged humus and straw and make sure your soil is well-draining
4.) Soil Temperature - This is as crucial as air temperature so time your outdoor planting. Most seeds won't germinate when the soil is below 39 degrees.
5.) Layering with mulch - Keeping a layer of organic mulch over the top of the soil will help conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
6.) Pests - Keep in mind other animals that live around you and plan ahead on ways to keep critters out of your garden.
7.) Mingle your plants - Use a variety of plants to share the space to serve as companion plants to help ward off bugs.
8.) Harvest - Pick produce when its ready to ensure the plants energy is being used to produce a greater harvest.
9.) Location - Placing the garden in a common area where you frequent will cause you to be observe bad bugs and tend your garden with less effort.
10.) Late Frost - Be prepared to provide protection to tender plants some sort of cover overnight that will insulate the fragile seedlings.
These are some great tips I think any and all gardeners can use!!!
