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Did you ever consider growing your own veggies but not sure where to start?   You are not alone.   Start a vegetable-garden isn't difficult.   Follow these guidelines to get your garden ready for harvesting your own cucumbers and lettuces. Edible gardening is growing in popularity due to people wanting a deeper relationship with their food, and where it came from.   Fresh vegetables from the garden are far more nutritious and delicious than any store-bought.   Enjoy the satisfaction of eating a freshly picked tomato. LEARN THE BASICS All plants require light, nutrients, and water to survive. Light Vegetables need at minimum 6 hours of sunshine per day.   Even partial shade is possible for greens like lettuce and spinach.   Plants such as carrots or beets are able to thrive in partial shade. Soil Good soil is vital for the growth of healthy vegetables.   It is possible to have native garden soils that are loamy and sandy, clayey, or rocky.   V...

You've probably thought of growing your own vegetables. But you don't know where or how to get started.   You aren't alone if you have ever thought about growing your own vegetables.   There is no need to be intimidated by starting a vegetable gardening.   If you follow these guidelines, you will be able to grow your own lettuce and cucumbers for your summer-fresh salad. People are increasingly interested in edible gardening, as they want to have a greater connection to their food.   Fresh vegetables grown in the garden are much healthier than frozen and store-bought varieties.   You can feel great satisfaction eating a fresh, juicy tomato grown by you. LEARN THE BASICS All plants have the basic requirements for survival. Light Vegetables require at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day.   Partial shade can be tolerated by greens such as spinach, lettuce, and other leafy greens.   A site with only morning sun will be able to support root crops such...

Are you interested in growing your own vegetables?   If you answered yes, you are not alone.   You don't have to be a pro at starting a vegetable farm.   Following these simple guidelines will help you get started in growing your own vegetables. Edible gardening is becoming more popular as people are looking for a deeper connection to food and its origins.   Freshly grown vegetables are healthier than supermarket-bought and often taste better.   It's great to eat a juicy, ripe tomato you have grown. LEARN THE BASICS All plants require basic elements for survival: light, water, and nutrients. Light Most vegetables require at least 6 hours of sunlight per day.   Some greens, such as spinach and lettuce, can tolerate partial shade.   Even if the site receives little sunlight in the morning, root crops like carrots or beets will thrive. Soil The best way to grow healthy vegetables is to provide the right soil.   The soil for native gardens can be sand...