Page 5 - Organic Gardening 3 Part Series
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Preparation



               Success depends upon preparation, and without such preparation, there is sure
               to be failure" Confucious


               The  single  most  important  factor
               for  the  success  of  your  organic
               garden  is  preparation.   Without
               conducting  proper  research  and
               gathering  all  your  information

               beforehand you will most likely fail
               at  your  first  attempt.  It  will  cost
               you  time  and  money  and  may
               even discourage you from the idea
               completely.


               There  are  several  things  that  you
               will need to know before you can
               decide on the types of food you'll
               be growing. These are:


                     Determine  the  sun  exposure  in  the  areas  you  are  considering  for  your
                       garden.
                     Research the climate and understand your planting zone.

                     If possible, have your soil tested. If you're not sure where to do it contact
                       your  local  Agricultural  Extension  Office,  a  local  college  or  university  or
                       perhaps one of your local gardening clubs.


               Armed  with  this  information  you  should  be  able  to  determine  which  fruits,
               vegetables, and herbs will grow best in your space. Now, that you know where
               you want to put your garden, you just need to decide how big to make it.


               In order to prevent ending up with an overabundance of zucchini (zucchini bread
               anyone?),  and  too  little  of  the  spinach  or  kale  you  envisioned,  you'll  need  to
               research the yield for each fruit or vegetable you’re considering.


               Choose  a  spot  which  has  plenty  of  air  circulation,  an  ample  water  supply,  and
               loose, rich soil with proper drainage.
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