Planning a Garden
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- As you begin to plan and prepare for a garden, here are a few general reminders:Vegetables need at least 6 hours of sunlight a day
- The gardens site should be fairly level.
- If there is a steep slope, run rows of plants across it to prevent erosion.
- It is a good idea to spade (mix) the soil to a depth of 12 to 14 inches. Adding organic matter such as manure, peat moss or leaves will benefit the soil.
- Be careful with fertilizer. All fertilizers have a three digit code. For vegetable gardens, look for 8-8-8 or 16-16-16.The simplest way to eliminate plant pests is to remove insects or eggs by hand. Some shake-on powder or liquid bug sprays are relatively safe to use.
- Proper depth for planting seeds is approximately four times as deep as the seed is thick.
- Taken from: Richard M. Romney, “Grow Your Own Soup,” New Era, Apr. 1978, 40-43
