Winter Vegetable Garden
With The Correct Methods, You Can Grow Your Own Winter Vegetable Garden
Managing Greenies
Cleaning...
Watering...
Feeding...
Just like anything else, your plants need food to grow and produce delicious vegetables. It is amazing to watch how your plants will respond to food while keeping in mind a few simple pointers.
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Always apply food to the soil. Applying it to the plant may spoil the plant or make it unsafe to eat.
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My recommendation of plant food is Miracle Grow because it has a balanced variety of nutrients.
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Always water your garden after applying food. Miracle Grow also offers food that you can apply using the water hose.
The best part of a winter garden is there are less weeds and pests to protect your garden from. But don't get too excited, there is still work to be done.
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Keep a keen eye out for slowly growing weeds and grass.
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Pull the weeds, leave the dirt.​
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Cover the dirt with mulch to stunt the growth of weeds if needed.
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Keep your plants healthy through pruning.​
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Remove dead or yellow leaves from​ plants to ensure the plant have the nutrients needed to thrive.
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Never water your plant after pruning, this could give bacteria or diseases a chance to infect the plant.
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During winter months, the soil holds moisture for a longer period of time than in the summer. But to ensure your plants are receiving the moisture it needs, follow these simple guidelines.
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Water your garden every three days as needed including rainy days. Never water everyday.
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Allow the soil in your garden to dry between waterings.
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Take a moment to think about the three vital steps needed to produce a bountiful vegetable garden.
Harvesting Vegetables
What certain characteristics will you look for before harvesting your vegetables?
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DIY Winter Garden
There are only a few simple steps and hints to remember before having your own fresh nutritious produce available to you and your family all winter long.
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​Step 1: Choose a home for your garden.
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The area should have a good drainage system.
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The area should be open to sunlight for at least 6 hours.
Step 2: Make a bed by breaking the ground up into loose soil and form rows with a mixture of fertilizer.
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Dig the holes using the proper measurement for the plant.
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Plant your seedlings, bury the roots, and water the new plants.
Step 3: Manage your new greenies by using proper care.
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Keep your garden clean by pulling up weeds and pruning your plants.
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Feed your garden soil to ensure your plants continuously receive their nutrients.
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Water your garden every 3 days while letting the garden soil dry out between waterings.​
Step 4:​ Harvest vegetables when they have reached their optimum growth.
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This can be to thin out the plant for better growth.
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Or to even replant unused vegetables for continued growth.
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You can click here to practice using these objectives.
With the objectives that you have learned, you are well on your way of being a master gardener over time. As you continue to develop your green thumb; remember to acknowledge how your plants respond to different aspects, enjoy the gardening experience, and experiment with your plants and your harvest.
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Happy Harvesting!!!
Choosey Home
Before deciding on the perfect home for your garden, there are a few steps that can help make the decision easier.
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Check your USDA growing zone to explore recommendations for when to plant in your area.
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Choose an area with at least 6 hours of complete sunlight and the most protection from wind and cold.
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The area should have good drainage and access to a source of water.
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Make sure to stay away from any underground obstacles like roots, pipes, or underground utility lines.
Does these aspects remind you of an area near your home?
Making Beds
Follow these easy steps to turn your yard into a bed for your new vegetable plants.
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Break the ground up into loose soil by hand or by using a tiller.
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Remove as much grass, weeds, and roots as possible.
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Mix in the soil a 10 lb bag of garden mix fertilizer for every 10 feet.
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Plan and plow the soil into rows to ensure your plants don't drown.
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Rows should be 24 to 36 inches apart.​​
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Dig 2 inch holes, 2 inches deep so the roots will completely fit into the ground.
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The holes should be at least 7 inches apart.
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Make sure all roots are covered with dirt, then lightly water for 15 to 30 minutes.
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Hint: Always rely on the planting directions ​listed on the package for a correct measurement.
Here are various types of winter vegetable plants or seedlings to look for at your local garden center.
What favorite vegetables do you plan on making a bed for?
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