Seeking Advice on Setting Up an Off-Grid A/C Unit for Cold Storage
Hi everyone! I'm diving into a project to set up a solar-powered cold storage unit for a community garden, and I could really use your help. The unit…
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What Went Wrong with My Potato Crop?
I tried planting potatoes in my new community garden this year around Easter (April 20), but it didn't go well. Only a handful of potatoes came up, and…
Why is it suddenly chilly in New York after a warm spell?
I'm in upstate New York (zone 6A) and it was really warm last weekend, so I decided to plant some beans and cucumbers. But now it's chilly again—no…
How to Start Corn in Zone 8b?
I'm planning to plant a block of corn in my community garden this year, but I'm unsure about the best way to start them. Since corn doesn't like…
How Should I Handle 180ppm Lead in My Garden Soil?
I just received a soil test report showing 180ppm of lead in my front garden, which measures about 17' x 24'. Since I'm renting and plan to stay…
Using Starter Plants and Seeds Together in a Raised Bed Garden
Hey everyone, I'm diving into gardening for the first time and I've just set up a 4x10 raised bed garden box in my community garden. I'm keen on…
Best Plants for a Dry, Shady Area in a Community Garden?
Hey everyone! I'm involved with a community garden in Denmark, and we're facing a bit of a challenge. We have a few spots that are dry, shady, and…
Can I Plant Veggies Around Garlic in My Community Garden?
Hey everyone! I'm diving into veggie gardening for the first time in a community garden, and I just found out that garlic is already sprouting in my plot…
Tips for Starting My First Garden Plot
Hey everyone! I'm super excited because, after years on the waitlist, I finally got my own rented garden plot! I want to start prepping it right away for…