AbstractsBiology & Animal Science

Ten Steps to a Successful Vegetable Garden

by Tom DeGomez




Institution: University of Arizona
Department:
Year: 2015
Keywords: vegetable; irrigation; planting; variety
Record ID: 2059474
Full text PDF: http://hdl.handle.net/10150/344448


Abstract

Ten carefully taken steps will produce many enjoyable moments and an abundant harvest of fresh vegetables during much of the year. The ten steps are: 1) Select a good location. 2) Plan your garden layout. 3) Grow recommended varieties. 4) Obtain good seed, plants, equipment and supplies. 5) Prepare and care for the soil properly. 6) Plant your vegetables properly. 7) Irrigate with care. 8) Mulch & cultivate to control weeds. 9) Be prepared for pests and problems. 10) Harvest at peak quality.