A lush garden Choosing the right space to grow vegetables and herbs is key to having an abundant harvest. People will think that you have a "green thumb", but in reality - you just planned well. To choose the right garden space, you'll need to take into consideration sunlight exposure, having a good water source, good quality soil, proximity to house and accessibility, and marking off the area that you select. Follow these tips for choosing the right garden space. 5 Tips for

Is your garden ready for planting? If so, consider companion planting, which is the idea that one or more plants when grown close to each other will benefit somehow. Read about the advantages of companion planting ; and use the companion planting chart below to help plan your garden. Companion Planting Chart Plant Good Companions Not So Good Companions Asparagus Basil, calendula, parsley, petunias, tomatoes Beans Carrots, cauliflower, cabbage, cucumbers, eggplant, potatoes

Container garden Are you ready to garden? If so, I hope you’re going to plant a variety of vegetables and herbs. There’s nothing like the taste of your own home-grown food. And with the rising cost of food, now is the time to start doing so. If you haven’t grown vegetables before, then you may not be familiar with companion planting. About Companion Planting It’s simply the idea that one or both plants when grown close to each other will benefit. One example of companion p