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When is it Warm Enough to Plant?
If you want to get your vegetable garden off to a fast start, you need to plant your seeds in soil that’s warm enough to ensure good germination. For each type of seed — beans, carrots, lettuce — there is a range of temperatures at which that particular type of seed will germinate (see […]
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Picking the Perfect Spot
No matter how big your vegetable garden is, there are three basic requirements for success: 1. Full sun. Most vegetables need at least 6-8 hours of direct sun. If they don’t get enough light, they won’t bear as much and they’ll be more susceptible to attack from insects or diseases. Here’s a hint: If […]
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Deciding What to Grow
At first, when planting a garden with vegetables, it’s best to start small. Many gardeners get a little too excited at the beginning of the season and plant more than they need — and end up wasting food and feeling overwhelmed by their garden. So first, take a look at how much your family […]
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