Gardening is about location, location, location!

Discover the secrets to a garden abundant with beautiful vegetables. Having trouble viewing this email? [View this email on the web.]( [The Old Farmer's Almanac Gardening Club]( [Gardening Secrets From Veggie Growing Experts!]( [Hero]( Photo Credit: Shutterstock Dear Almanac Reader, Why garden, you ask? How about enjoying the best vegetables and fruit you’ve ever eaten? If you’ve never tasted garden-fresh food, you will be amazed by the sweet, juicy flavors and vibrant textures. There’s absolutely nothing quite like fresh veggies, especially if you grow them yourself—which you can! It may seem daunting at first, but gardening is a very rewarding hobby. Let's dive into the basics of vegetable gardening and planning! Pick the Right Location [Image - Lettuce]( Photo Credit: Shutterstock Picking a good location for your garden is absolutely key. A subpar location can result in subpar veggies! Here are a few tips for choosing a good site: - Sunny spot: Most vegetables need 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. There are a few veggies (mostly the leafy ones) that will tolerate some shade. - Drains well and doesn’t stay wet: If you have poorly drained soil where water pools, plant veggies in a raised bed or raised row for improved drainage. Wet soil means wet roots, which can turn into rotted roots. If you have rocky soil, till and remove the rocks, as they will interfere with root growth and make for weaker plants. - Stable and not windy: Avoid places that receive strong winds that could knock over your young plants or keep pollinators from doing their job. Nor do you want to plant in a location that receives too much foot traffic or floods easily. Plant in a location that would make Goldilocks smile—somewhere that’s “just right.” - Nutrient-rich soil. You soil feeds your plants. If you have thin, nutrient-poor soil, you’ll have poor, unhealthy plants. Mix in plenty of organic matter to help your plants gro. See how to prepare you soil for vegetable plants. The 2025 Gardening Club is HERE! [OFIE Image]( Club Members Perks: - Receive premier gardening advice - Be the first to recieve the 2025 Garden Guide - Attend Members-Only Q&A Sessions hosted by Almanac editors - Members save over 30% and unlock digital benefits [Join Today]( [IMG - Raddishes]( Photo Credit: Shutterstock Choosing a Plot Size: Start Small! Remember: It’s better to be proud of a small garden than be frustrated by a big one! One of the most common errors that beginners make is planting too much too soon—way more than anybody could ever eat or want! Unless you want to have zucchinis taking up residence in your attic, plan your garden with care. Start small, and only grow what you know you and your family will eat. Choosing Vegetables As a beginner, start by choosing easy vegetables that are also productive. We’ve listed ten easy vegetable below. However, it would also be wise to contact your state’s Cooperative Extension Service to find out what plants grow best in your area. For example, if you live in an area with extremely hot weather, vegetables that prefer cooler temps may struggle. Not sure where to start? Here are ten easy vegetables to grow at home! - Lettuce - Green beans - Radishes - Tomatoes (bush variety or cherry are easiest) - Zucchini - Peppers - Beets - Carrots - Chard, Spinach, or Kale - Peas Ready to learn more? [IMG - Products]( New This Year LIVE Q&A Sessions with Almanac Editors! Gardening Club members recieve exclusive invitations to live Q&A Sessions Almanac hosted by the editors of The Old Farmer's Almanac! Become a member of the Old Farmers Almanac Gardening Club today, and you’ll never run out of advice, tips or inspiration! 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