Minerva Public Library will host the OSU Extension Gardening & Raised Bed program on Monday, April 15th @ 6pm.
There are four top things you can do now to help your garden as soon as spring is here to stay.
- Decide where to place your garden. Location, location, location… The best garden spot is in full sun, which is usually in a south-facing location. You can grow your fruits and vegies directly in the ground, in a raised bed, or in a variety of containers.
- Get your garden supplies now. We’re talking seeds, cell packs, soil and/or soilless mix, tools, gloves, sun hat. Some favorite seed varieties can be hard to find, so it pays to start searching for your seed early.
- Test your soil for existing and needed fertilizer. Getting test results from a professional lab helps you get the soil prepped for ideal growing conditions.
- Think about starting seed indoors while the weather is still iffy outside. Lettuce, broccoli, onions, kale, and radishes are all good vegies to get started inside. When it’s time to take your seeds and seedlings outside, plant according to soil temperature, not air temperature – because the soil surrounding the seeds directly impacts germination and plant growth rate.