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Some planting inspiration: Heirloom tomatoes from my garden
Growing your own produce is a healthy thing to do, and it seems we're hearing about more and more folks getting into gardening. If you're ready to join this green movement but think you can't because all you have is a small patch of lawn, don't worry: Let's get rid of it! I know you're tired of mowing it anyway.
The first thing you'll need to do is decide on a size. Once you know how big you want your garden to be, choose an area that gets at least 6 to 8 hours of full sun. If possible, locate your garden-to-be on a slightly elevated section of ground.
It's probably a good idea to have your soil tested by a professional before you do any actual ground prepping. (Contact your state's cooperative extension service to assist you with this.) If you need to remove sod, use a straight-edged shovel, or check rental agencies for a sod removing machine. Once sod is removed, prepare and amend your soil following the guidelines laid out in your soil test results.
You're almost ready to begin planting! The next step is deciding on what to plant. Choose vegetables that you enjoy eating; there are many different varieties to choose from and if you do your research, planting and growing them in your first garden can be one of the most rewarding things you'll ever accomplish. Below you'll find some helpful Web sites that will provide you with more information.
For more info:
Starting Your First Vegetable Garden (GardenGuides.com)
Soil Testing (Clemson Extension)
Master Gardeners (American Horticultural Society)
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