Vegetable Garden Layout: Some Tips for a Healthy Crop

We have discussed the planning of our Vegetable Garden Layout in a number of posts and articles and as we all know it does not require as much time and effort as you might have first thought. The real key is in the planning, good planning makes for good planting makes for a good healthy crop of vegetables.

1. Location Of Your Plot

Try and get the morning sun for your vegetable crop, away from wind if possible. Remember if you plant tress they will take a lot of the water and food away from your plants so if planning or needing a windbreak, try something less evasive, some peas for example.

2. Preparation

Make sure you have got rid of any weeds, get the roots and make sure they are gone, this is very easy in containers but still necessary. Once the weeds are gone check the ph level of your soil and make sure it is suitable for the crop you have chosen. If you need to put in some nutrients make sure you leave adequate time for this to settle and mix prior to planting.

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3. What Vegetables To Plant

You should of course have planned your crop, checked the climate checked the planting season etc. If you have managed a plan which involves rotation to allow a couple of good crops this will be ideal.

4. Upkeep

When you are planting stick to your plan, resist the temptation to make last minute adjustments as these can have hidden knock on effects. Plant your crop to run north to south this will allow your vegetables to get more sunlight while limiting the quantity of shade. Keep your water levels right, not too much not too little.


If you have constructed a good plan for your Vegetable Garden Layout  and stick to it you should end up with a healthy crop. It is very satisfying to sit down and eat the fruits of your own labor and of course know you are getting good healthy vegetable at next to no cost.

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