Planting Your Edible Garden

As we await the arrival of spring, March is the perfect time to get a head start on your garden planning and preparation. While it might still be too early to plant outdoors, there’s plenty you can do this month to ensure a successful growing season.

Start Seeds Indoors: March is an ideal time to start seeds indoors for vegetables like tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, and eggplants. Use a grow light or a sunny windowsill to give your seedlings the light they need.

Prepare Your Garden Beds: As the ground thaws, start preparing your garden beds by removing any debris, turning the soil, and adding compost to enrich the soil.

Plan Your Garden Layout: Take some time to plan your garden layout, considering factors like sunlight, crop rotation, and companion planting.

Herbs: Start herbs like parsley, cilantro, and chives indoors in March, and they’ll be ready to transplant outside when the weather warms up.

Remember, the key to successful gardening is patience and timing. Keep an eye on the weather, and be prepared to protect your plants from late frosts. After the May long weekend is usually a safe time.

Happy gardening!