Choose Your Garden Type:
Decide between in-ground or raised bed gardens, considering the light requirements of your chosen plants to create a sun chart for optimal placement.
Start with Clean Tools:
Sterilize your gardening tools with rubbing alcohol to reduce the spread of disease between plants, ensuring a healthy start to your garden.
Test and Amend Your Soil:
Conduct a soil test to determine fertility and pH levels, then amend the soil accordingly with organic matter and other suitable amendments for optimal plant growth.
Companion Planting:
Pair plants together based on mutual benefits, such as attracting pollinators and repelling pests, while also avoiding negative interactions that could affect soil nutrients.
Support Tall Growers:
Provide support for top-heavy plants like tomatoes with stakes, cages, or trellises, ensuring they reach their full potential without damaging their roots.
Monitor Plant Health and Fertilize:
Keep a close watch on plant health and act quickly if issues arise, fertilizing as needed to replenish soil nutrients and support plant growth.
Stay on Top of Weeds:
Regular weeding is essential to prevent weed competition for nutrients and water, ensuring the health and vitality of your garden plants.
Keep Critters at Bay:
Install garden fences, netting, or other barriers to protect your plants from hungry critters, maintaining the integrity of your garden and preserving your harvest.