It’s time to start growing vegetables! Your vegetable plants will need to be watered consistently. It’s best to water your home garden in the mornings and evenings; avoid the full sun of mid-day.
Your vegetable garden will also need regular weeding and mulching. Consider saving mowed leaves from the fall for a no-cost, natural mulch option.
Harvest and Enjoy
At last, it’s time to harvest and enjoy your own vegetables. Part of understanding the growing season is knowing the peak times for each type of vegetable. Harvesting at peak time will result in the best flavor. For example in Massachusetts, strawberries peak in mid-June, while August is a great time for tomatoes and peppers.
With a little planning and preparation, new gardeners can create a home vegetable garden that can be enjoyed for years to come.
To learn more about starting a home vegetable garden, please download our free ebook, The Backyard Bounty: A Beginner’s Guide to Growing Fresh Food, Saving Money and Enjoying Nature.
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