Ep 2 – Get Your Garden Growing Great
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In this episode of Farm Life and Freedom Podcast, we talk about the crucial beginning steps to take to get your garden off to the best possible start.
- *Initial planning and what to consider during that process, plus some helpful resources.
- *Site preparation to include testing and amending your soil, composting, and weed suppression.
- *Various types of garden beds to consider, based on your needs and resources, such as raised beds, strawbale gardening, traditional systems, and permaculture.
- Various methods of gardening; traditional methods versus natural gardening.
Plus we touch on companion planting in the garden. Our next episode will be a deep dive into companion planting and natural, organic methods that you can use to create your best garden ever!
Resources mentioned:
Two Oaks Farm Talk for information on building, gardening, and our natural swimming pool.
Planning Your Best Garden – Gardening planner, workbook, logbook, and journal
Becoming Self-Sufficient Steps You Can Take Today to Ensure Your Family’s Survival in an Uncertain Time
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