Agriculture Reference
In-Depth Information
Keeping your garden clean is one of the best ways to prevent dis-
ease. In the fall, make sure you clean up any debris in and around
your garden beds. Either plant a cover crop or mulch the area to pre-
vent any soil erosion and leaching of the nutrients in the soil. If you
have veggies growing all winter long, make sure you take care of
them so you won't invite problems for next season.
Did You Have the Tools You Needed?
As a new gardener, good quality tools can be expensive. Buying a
good tool every season may be the most economical way to get
everything you want. Now that you have a growing season under
your belt, you can make your list of what you need and a separate
wish list. Proper tools for the job and the proper fit for the gardener
can make vegetable gardening more fun and easier on the body.
The fall is a great time to make your list and catch some sales. It is
also very important to take care of the tools you already have. Keep-
ing tools clean all season long is a habit every gardener should have.
Tools also need to be stored properly for the winter. If you do not
have a garage or garden shed, find another protected area to store
them-under a patio, under your front steps, attached to a wall that
has an overhanging eave, or even under a large tree covered with a
tarp to keep them somewhat protected from the weather.
Smoothie Garden Solution
Use your garden to expand your social circle. Gardening is a great
way to meet your neighbors and get involved in your community.
Give extra vegetables to the local food bank or soup kitchen or
organize a neighborhood party. Have everyone bring a dish of food
made from something they grew in their backyard!
