I'm considering using a 3000 sq ft space in a greenhouse to grow food solely for my family of six. We follow a fully vegan diet, so I need to focus on crops like tomatoes, cabbage, cauliflower, peas, beans, leafy greens, fruits, millets, lentils, microgreens, and herbs. I'd appreciate suggestions on an optimal mix of these plants to sustain us, especially since we don't eat root vegetables like potatoes. Any help would be super valuable!
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It's interesting you want to keep everything in the greenhouse! Have you thought about utilizing the outdoor growing season? It could really help extend your harvests. You could start your seeds in the greenhouse, then grow outdoors during the warmer months to ease space constraints and bring in fresh produce. Just keep in mind that during peak summer, the greenhouse might get too hot for some plants!
Wow, 3000 sq ft is huge for a greenhouse! If you're looking to support 6 people, it might be tight, but with careful planning, you could make it work. You’ll need to think about how to store all the produce when it’s harvest time because it can come in a massive wave! A variety of beans and leafy greens can really help maximize your space and yield throughout the year.
Honestly, a greenhouse that size could potentially support more than just 6 people if planned right! With a focus on summer crops like tomatoes and various leafy greens, you might consider planting fruit trees too; they'll take a few years to produce but have a great return on investment. Just remember, keeping up with maintenance will be a full-time job!