Build A Vegetable Garden

Build A Vegetable Garden

Organic Vegetable Gardening – A Super Simple and Highly Convenient Way of Growing Fresh Organic Vegetables

You know what I hate most about organic vegetable gardening? Running one is bloody hard work! There are lots of things to do, plenty of maintenance tasks involved…

As a result, not many folks are willing to do it on a serious level. In fact, I wanted to have my own organic vegetable garden for years, but I was put off by the enormous amount of work I had to do to maintain it.

However, last year, I discovered a highly efficacious gardening method that requires extremely limited amount of maintenance work.

The method is called ecological organic vegetable gardening and it is in my experience, the easiest and most convenient way of running organic vegetable plots.

Note: There's a video introduction of this method and you can view it by clicking this link.

Here are some of the benefits of building an ecological organic vegetable garden.

When you set up an ecological garden, you're basically creating a living, breathing ecosystem right at your home. Doing so allows us to leverage the power of nature. We get nature to maintain our vegetable garden for us!

For example, the natural characteristic of an ecological vegetable garden prevents weeds from growing and spreading across your garden plot. Yes, the process occurs naturally so you don't have to do the weeding yourself.

Also, the ecological method allows your garden to endure longer periods without water.

It makes your plants last much longer, prevent pests naturally and doesn't require any other tedious gardening tasks such as resting beds periodically, rotating crops, applying store-bought fertilizers and so forth.

Key tips for successful eco organic vegetable gardening.

•    Install permanent pathways that are strategically positioned so you'll no longer need to walk on your garden beds. This important because we want to avoid unnecessary compaction.

•    Significantly increase the soil's ability to hold water. You can achieve this by not digging the soil. When you dig, you disrupt the soil's structure therefore repressing the soil's capacity to provide essential nutrients to plants.

Digging also affects the soil's water retention capacity.

•    Make sure your garden is planted with a variety of edible plants. Plant densely to prevent weeds from occupying niche spaces in your garden, and prevent surface crusting which causes runoff and nutrient decline.

By the way, if you want to implement the eco organic vegetable gardening methods a soon as possible, there's a set of video tutorials to help you get started immediately.  

The step by detailed step videos comes with several printable plans for easy reference. Download details can be acquired via this link. Just go to http://www.growingorganicfood.info

Gardman Rainbow Garden R687 4-Tier Mini Greenhouse
Gardman Rainbow Garden R687 4-Tier Mini Greenhouse
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Any garden can accommodate this multi-tier mini greenhouse. The Gardman Four Tier Mini Greenhouse can be positioned on a deck, patio, or balcony. It has a sturdy, tubular steel frame and a removable, clear plastic cover with full length roll up zippered access. Inside, there are shelves for pots and seed trays. This greenhouse is ideal for seed propagation and plant growing and display.

Features

  • Small greenhouse with 4 shelves for deck, patio, or balcony
  • Ideal for seed propagation and plant growing and display
  • Sturdy shelves for pots and seed trays; plastic cover with full length roll up zipper
  • Dimensions when built: 62 by 27 by 19 inches (h x l x w); each tier is 12-1/2 inches high
EarthBox RB-EB-TRC-PBB Garden Kit, Terra Cotta
EarthBox RB-EB-TRC-PBB Garden Kit, Terra Cotta
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The patented EarthBox was developed by commercial farmers and proven in the lab and on the farm. This maintenance-free, award-winning, high-tech growing system controls soil conditions, eliminates guesswork and more than doubles the yield of a conventional garden with less fertilizer, less water and virtually no effort! No digging, no weeding, no guesswork. Vegetables, fruits, herbs and flowers grow bigger, tastier and faster in the EarthBox! The EarthBox Garden Kit measures 30" L x 13.5" W x 12" H and includes fertilizer, dolomite, two germination covers and castor wheels for easy movement. Almost any brand of potting mix for containers or hanging plants will work with EarthBox (not included), which has a large capacity of 2.5 cubic feet.

Features

  • Wheeled garden box growing kit with fertilizer, dolomite, 2 germination covers
  • Great for cultivating vegetables, herbs and flowers on windowsills, decks, balconies
  • Sets up in just minutes to grow anywhere, indoors or outdoors
  • Just add planting mix, seedlings and water; includes foolproof instructions
  • Measures 30 by 13-1/2 by 12 inches (l x w x h); 2-1/2-cubic-foot soil capacity
Frame It All Raised Vegetable Garden 4 Foot x 8 Foot
Frame It All Raised Vegetable Garden 4 Foot x 8 Foot
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Growing vegetables in this 4' x 8' X 6" high, easily accessible Raised Garden is a joy and relieves stress. A ‘Frame It All’ raised garden greatly improves your odds of harvesting a bountiful crop of healthy, robust vegetables and plants. The strong durable composite timbers are hollow and retain the heat of the sunshine to difuse the heat throughout the night to and keep the soil at a constant temperature. Manufactured from 60% recycled, post-consumer plastic and 40% wood flour, the Eco-friendly durable composite wood grain plastic timbers, which never rot, splinter or lose their color - which just weathers naturally like real wood, locate into brackets on the joint stakes, which are hammered into the ground. Raised gardens are easy to manage by people of all ages. No back-breaking effort is required to teach even the youngest children the joys of growing and gardening. Kit contains 6 Stacking Joints, 6 Composite Timbers, and all necessary hardware.

Features

  • Outdoor raised garden adds color and beauty to your décor
  • Made using 60-percent recycled post-consumer plastic and 40-percent wood flour
  • Assembles in minutes
  • Includes 6 stacking joints, 6 composite plastic timbers, and all necessary hardware
  • 96 x 48 x 6 inches; 32 pounds
Hydrofarm JSV2 2-Foot Jump Start T5 Grow Light System
Hydrofarm JSV2 2-Foot Jump Start T5 Grow Light System
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The 2 ft wide Jump Start T5 Grow Light System is ideal for seedlings, cuttings, flowers and house plants. The super efficient T5 lights help you grow faster by providing 15-20% more lumens than traditional grow lights. It features a simple toggle clamp for easy lamp height adjustment, and the fixture has an internal reflective finish that directs more light to plants. Ideal for African Violets, orchids, flowering bulbs, vegetables, seedlings and cuttings. Super easy assembly.

Features

  • Easily adjustable light height for growing plants
  • Great for African violets, other houseplants and for getting an early start with garden vegetables
  • Sturdy, durable and energy efficient
  • T5 high output grow light fixture and bulb. 6' grounded cord with on/off switch
  • Super easy assembly
Hydrofarm CK64050 Germination Station with Heat Mat
Hydrofarm CK64050 Germination Station with Heat Mat
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Heated Germination Station seed starting system. Offers increased growing success by providing gentle warmth to the planting bed and by controlling the humidity under the dome, much like a greenhouse. Includes 17 watt, UL listed, waterproof heat mat and 11 inch x 22 inch watertight growing tray with a 72 cell seedling insert and instructions.

Features

  • Germination station with electric heat, humidity control and 72-cell seedling inserts
  • Provides gentle warmth to the planting bed; controls humidity under 2-inch dome
  • Humidity dome with dual vent points for optimal airflow
  • Includes seed starting booster, instructions with growing tips
  • Watertight base tray measures 11 by 22 inches
Hydrofarm JSV4 4-Foot Jump Start T5 Grow Light System
Hydrofarm JSV4 4-Foot Jump Start T5 Grow Light System
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The 4 ft wide Jump Start T5 Grow Light System is ideal for seedlings, cuttings, flowers and house plants. The super efficient T5 lights help you grow faster by providing 15-20% more lumens than traditional grow lights. It features a simple toggle clamp for easy lamp height adjustment, and the fixture has an internal reflective finish that directs more light to plants. Ideal for African Violets, orchids, flowering bulbs, vegetables, seedlings and cuttings. Super easy assembly.

Features

  • Light system for starting seeds, propagating cuttings, and growing indoor flowers and houseplants
  • Feather-touch height-adjustment mechanism raises or lowers fixture easily; energy efficient
  • Premium-quality UL/CSA-listed fluorescent fixture with wide reflector provides maximum coverage
  • T5 high output grow light fixture and bulb. 6' grounded cord with on/off switch
  • Measures approximately 50 by 18-1/2 by 30 inches; full 1-year warranty
Earthway 1001-B Precision Garden Seeder with 6 Seed Plates
Earthway 1001-B Precision Garden Seeder with 6 Seed Plates
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The Earthway Precision garden seeder provides a more efficient way to seed large vegetable gardens and flower beds The seeder comes with six standard seed plates for seeding sweet corn, bean, peas, carrots, beets, and radishes: install the appropriate plate, and it will automatically space seeds at the ideal length. It also opens, closes, and packs the soil, and even marks the next row ahead of time. The seeder is made from tough, weather-resistant materials for years of trouble-free operation. Assembly is required. Additional seed plates are available for purchase separately.

If you're looking for a more efficient way to seed a large vegetable garden or flower bed, consider the Precision Garden Seeder from Earthway Products. The seeder comes with six standard seed plates: install the appropriate plate, and it will automatically space seeds at the ideal length. It also opens, closes, and packs the soil, and even marks the next row ahead of time. Note: assembly is not for the faint of heart and requires at least 20 minutes with a few basic tools to complete.

Features

  • Garden seeder designed for easy, efficient, effective planting
  • Automatically spaces seeds at ideal intervals
  • Tough, weather-resistant construction; assembly required
  • Includes 6 seed plates
  • Available seed plates for separate purchase
Garden Patch Grow Box Terra Cotta
Garden Patch Grow Box Terra Cotta
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Gardening should be fun - not a weekend chore. Finally, a NEW planter that grows vegetables for you! The Grow Box automatically adds the right amount of water and fertilizer so you never have to guess. You'll grow bushels of truly vine ripened produce without any digging or pulling weeds.No Gardening Experience? The Grow Box grows 'em For You! Simple step-by-step instructions let you grow like a pro. There's no daily schedules and nothing to learn. Just plant 'em and watch 'em thrive. All the gardening skills are built-in You'll pick fresh tomatoes, salads, peppers - as you need them, right from your deck.Enjoy A Productive Garden Anywhere you have Sunlight. Ideal for patios, decks, condos. Don't fret over poor soil or varmints eating your crop. The Grow Box works in any climate. Plants grow much faster and far more productive than growing in the ground - even without the work!Save Money, Live Healthier! Great for busy homemakers, Seniors, health & budget-conscious people who want to save money on safe, fresh produce. The Grow Box works for anyone, anywhere, year after year - no matter what your gardening skills.Imagine a planter that knows exactly what your plants need. The Grow Box was developed from 40 years of University and USDA research into what makes plants flourish. Our innovative design is the easiest and most productive growing method ever developed. You'll be amazed at what you'll grow - even beginners.Brown Thumb? It's Easy being green! The Grow Box works the way nature intended. Simple potting mix, fertilizer, rainwater and sunshine. 100% natural. Order today, grow and enjoy perfect tomatoes, peppers, cukes, salads - whatever you desire - for an entire year. Take until 2010 to decide you want to keep them. If you don't, we will refund your entire purchase price - even the initial shipping. We couldn't make this offer if we weren't confident the Grow Box will work perfectly for you. You have nothing to lose.

Features

  • No Weeding - No Digging - No Guessing!
  • Automatically adds the right amount of water and fertilizer for you!
  • Free Premium Blend Fertilizer included - an $8.95 value.
  • Less watering for you. Holds days more water than others - 47%
  • Toll Free Gardening Help Line - www.aGardenPatch.com
Weber Style 6435 Professional-Grade Grill Pan
Weber Style 6435 Professional-Grade Grill Pan
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Just the right tool for cooking pan fries on the grill. Or try it for delicate fish, vegetables, and even fruit. Made of 430-grade stainless steel.

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  • Grill pan for small or delicate foods
  • 430-grade stainless steel for exceptional heat retention and durability
  • 1/8-inch slits allow juices to flow out while keeping food in; wide carrying handles
  • Cleans easily with soap and water
  • Measures 14 inches by 11 inches
Stack and Grow Terracotta Planter with 20 Planting Pockets
Stack and Grow Terracotta Planter with 20 Planting Pockets
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The Stack & Grow planter is a unique and versatile vertically stacking planter that is great for the creative gardener! The Stack and Grow planter brings your vegetable, fruit, herb or flower garden to the space of your choice. On the balcony, deck, porch, or inside your home, the Stack and Grow holds up to 20 plants, with virtually no assembly and easy moving and storage capabilities. The Stack & Grow planter comes on easy glide wheels, making it a breeze to move around your home, deck, or patio. With 16 planting pockets and a deep, full center planting area, the possibilities for your Stack and Grow planter are truly endless. Housed in beautiful, terra-cotta-colored trays measuring 24 inches wide and 15 inches tall when assembled, herb gardens, strawberry patches, floral arrangements and assorted veggies make a perfect addition to any home.

Features

  • Indoor/outdoor multi-tiered stacking planter with 20 planting pockets
  • Holds up to 20 plants in 16 separate planting trays and an adjustable center compartment
  • Smooth rolling wheeled base for easy transport from window to window to deck
  • Collapses for easy storage; drain holes prevent over-watering
  • Great for herbs, strawberry starts, floral arrangements; measures 24 by 15 inches (w x h)
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