Onions – 1 storage, 1 shallot, 1 scallion.Cucumbers – 1 for salads, 1 for pickling.Carrots – 1 for summer eating, 1 storage carrot.Arugula – 1 variety, maybe some wild arugula for summer harvest.Start big with the categories, and then select the varieties.
Gardening is meant to be both a pleasurable experience and a wise financial investment. Garden Planning is about getting the best bang for your buck. It’s fun to experiment with novel new varieties, but space in the garden is limited for most people. To really maximize the garden’s bounty, it’s worth making three maps - one each for spring, summer, and fall/winter.Ģ. A row of arugula (cool season) may take up only a small amount of space, while a single pumpkin plant (warm season) may grow ten feet across, or more. Cool season crops that thrive in the early spring are harvested by the time most heat-loving crops get transplanted out. But remember that a single map may only describe a short time in the garden. Making a map of the garden area is completely worthwhile and will prove very useful. The garden exists in both time and space. Here are some of my top tips for Garden Planning 101 – some things to consider going in on your spring, summer, and fall gardens to come.ġ. There are beginner mistakes to be made - as well as ways for seasoned gardeners to bite off more than they can chew. With over 1,100 seed varieties to choose from, finding a clear path to the checkout can feel overwhelming.