#1. A Basic Guide to Growing Vegetables
Growing your own vegetables is a great idea, but be prepared to work, because those vegetables will not grow themselves. You will be required to make some advance plans before you start growing your own vegetables. Enjoy the many benefits of growing your own vegetables and the gardening experience as a whole.
The following are a few basic factors you will need to consider for your vegetable garden. There are others no doubt, but it's a learning experience and you will learn as you do your research.
Site: it is very important to know what factors to consider that will help you choose the right site for your garden. The location you choose will directly impact the kind of vegetables you produce in your garden. The site you choose should have the right soil, which needs to be healthy and moist. Often we cannot do much about the soil that's already in the garden, but you can always select a spot where the soil is at its best. The site should receive full sun at least eight hours each day. This is a must for your vegetable garden to prosper. Choose an area that gets the necessary sunlight and has good soil.
Water: the garden is going to require plenty of water; some plants will require more than others. Some vegetable plants can die very quickly if the soil dries out, so the water supply needs to be right there when you need it. If you can locate your site near the water source it would be ideal. However, if it is not possible, don't worry. Locating your site to get the best sunlight is a more important criterion.
Seasons: study up on the different seasonal vegetables because planting at the right time is essential. Winter months are never a good time to plant vegetables. Generally early spring is quite suitable for planting a good many vegetables, but it will ultimately depend on the type of vegetable itself.
Mulching may not sound like much, but it is an important factor for a vegetable garden. Examples of mulch include grass clippings, wood bark chips and stones. Mulch is very useful for helping in soil water retention; it increases the soil's ability to retain water. It is useful in covering delicate plants to protect them from cold winds. The use of mulch will also enhance the appearance of your vegetable garden, making the beds look clean and tidy.
There are other factors like soil types, fertilization methods, creating a compost pile and more that you will need to learn about to successfully grow your own vegetables.