Find the best spring and fall planting dates for when to plant vegetables, fruits and herbs.
This planting calendar from Farmers' Almanac helps you pick the best days for gardening tasks based on a 200 year-old formula. Learn more ...
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In this article, we'll walk you through each gardening step, so you know exactly how to plant a garden. Map out a space for your garden in an area with lots of direct sunlight. Decide which vegetables you want to plant and in which rows you want to plant them.
Determine if the location of your planting is in full sun, shade, morning sun only or afternoon sun only. The aspect of light will dictate which plants are best suited. Providing a plant with its preferred light requirements will eliminate 50% of any potential insect and diseases problems.
For specific planting information, see our individual Grow Guides for over 100 popular vegetables, herbs, and fruits. For each crop, we provide specific information about how to plant, grow, and harvest, including watering, fertilizing, and pest control!
Following a planting calendar can drastically change a garden’s annual harvest. Learn when to start your garden and what to plant with Gilmour today!