How to start a vegetable garden?

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Starting a Vegetable Garden in Charlotte

Growing vegetables in the Piedmont region requires understanding our growing seasons, soil conditions, and crop selection. Success comes from planning, site selection, and proper soil preparation.

Site Selection and Planning

Vegetable gardens require full sun (6-8 hours minimum), good drainage, and proximity to water. Planning crop rotation prevents soil depletion and disease accumulation.

  1. Choose location with morning sun exposure
  2. Avoid low areas prone to standing water
  3. Test soil pH and nutrient levels through county extension
  4. Plan crop rotation using three-year rotation system
  5. Estimate garden size based on family consumption and maintenance capacity

Garden Preparation and Crop Selection

Pro Tip: Charlotte's growing season extends nearly year-round—successful gardeners plant cool-season crops in late summer for extended harvests into winter.

Start small and expand as experience grows. Container gardening provides excellent entry into vegetable production.

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