Texas Department of Agriculture's Farmers Market Listings. Coalition of Austin Community Gardens. Starting Your First Vegetable Garden. By Neil Moran You're aware of the health benefits of eating fresh vegetables, you have the space for a small garden, but just don't know where to start? Look no further. Here's all you need to know to put fresh, crisp vegetables on your dinner table. First, think small. Choose a location that receives as much sun as possible throughout the day. Next, examine the soil. If you're stuck with a predominantly sandy or clay soil it will be worth bringing in some topsoil to get you off on the right foot. Another thing you can do is use topsoil to make a raised bed. Hey, I think we're ready to plant! In a small garden you may want to avoid some of the space hogs, like corn, squash and pumpkin.
Easy to grow crops include onions, peas, beets, rutabaga and zucchini squash. Unfortunately, critters (and children) may take a shine to your new garden. Vandals can also attack gardens, especially in conspicuous areas of a city, such as in a community garden. Watch for insect infestation. Happy gardening. Food Democracy Now. Foundation for Sustainable Community. Life Science Foundation. Findhorn Foundation | spiritual community, education centre, ecovillage. New Directions Foundation - Solutions for sustainable living. The Apeiron Institute for Sustainable Living.
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