Starting a garden is always a good idea. You get to try out a relaxing new hobby and get some fresh air. Plus, it’s oh-so-satisfying to take that first crunchy bite of a vegetable that you grew yourself. However, there’s a difference between planting a small garden in a box versus taking care of an entire field of potential produce. Use these helpful tips for growing vegetables in a big garden if you’re working with a lot of space.
Using Good Soil
Soil quality is one of the most vital aspects of growing plentiful, healthy vegetables. It’s a good idea to have soil with some natural moisture that doesn’t feel too dry. You may have trouble planting crops if your soil is too dusty or compacted. You want soil that sticks when you apply pressure but easily breaks apart. Soil with natural elements such as broken leaves and ground bark helps farmers grow healthy crops.
Having Helpful Equipment
One helpful tip for growing vegetables in a big garden is to invest in anything that requires you to move around less. When you’re taking care of a large plot of land, working smarter instead of harder can save you a lot of time and hassle. We recommend investing in irrigation systems and timers that help supply steady watering to your plants. A UTV can make farming tasks easier by helping you transport things or plow fields before beginning a new harvest. Getting the right equipment for your big garden can make a significant difference.
Limiting Pesticides
There’s a lot of debate about using pesticides. Only a small percentage of the insects that visit your garden is harmful, but those unwanted visitors can cause plenty of damage. That said, many people don’t really like the idea of using pesticides on something we plan to eventually eat. A general piece of advice is that if you feel you must use insecticides, use them very sparingly and only apply them later in the day or evening. Many of the insects that may visit your garden in the early morning are beneficial insects and pollinators, and you don’t want your pesticides to remove them from the equation.
