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Start seeds indoors before the growing season begins!
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Rotate garden crops every year
Rotating crops decreases the impact of pests and fertilization problems.
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Plant rows across a slope to prevent erosion
Erosion will waste your efforts to get good plants started.
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Store seeds in a cool, dry place
A closet or a refrigerator bin work well for storing seeds.
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Check with your county agent for planting dates in your own area
Planting after the last frost date and when the soil temperatures are right increase your chances of a bountiful garden, whether it be vegetable or flower!
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To avoid damping-off start off with a good potting soil
By adding a thin layer of sand to the top of your freshly sowed seeds you decrease the odds of damping off.
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Spring tilling is the best.
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A drip irrigation system uses one-third to one-half less water than a sprinkler irrigation system.
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9.
Soil color has a lot to say about the mineral content
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10.
Prevent soil compaction by providing paths around the beds or between rows
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Compost is the best all-around substance for maintaining the organic content of the soil
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Collect your own seeds from flowers...but don’t collect too early or they won’t germinate
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Divide perennials in the fall
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Your local county agricultural agent or the extension specialists can help you identify insects and diseases in your garden
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15.
Make sure the plants you’re growing that need “full sun” get at least 6-8 hours of full sun per day
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Be sure that the shade loving plants you put out are getting the right amount of light; even shade loving plants need some light
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Pay attention to watering the correct amount for the plant type
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Feed your plants appropriately
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19.
There is no plant that is totally deer proof
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20.
Avoid planting food crops near a septic field
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