Planning a Vegetable Garden

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Planning a Vegetable Garden

Before you start a garden, you've got to figure out where you're going to put it. Your choice of location can have a big impact on how successful you are at growing vegetables.

Think Small

 "Start out small" is good advice for your first garden. That's because a small garden usually requires less work and is easier to maintain than a large one.

On the sunny side of the street

 You'll want it on the south side of your property to maximize sun exposure. Vegetable gardens need a minimum of six hours of direct sunlight.

Avoid Weed War Fare
 Try not to locate your garden in an area that's already infested with weeds. Remove the weeds first or, if it's possible, find a different location.

Where there's water, there's garden

 You'll want to place your garden plot near water so that you don't break your back hauling it during periods of little rain fall.

Draining on Your Brain

 Your vegetable garden also needs good drainage. Drainage depends on slope and soil composition. Look at what's surrounding your proposed garden spot. The roots of nearby trees and shrubs can soak up water and nutrients that you want for your veggies. A two-foot trench around the garden can ensure that won't happen.