1 Earth Kind Gardening combines the best of natural and traditional gardening practices to create a horticultural system based on interaction between plants, the environment, and human responses. Choosing an appropriate garden site and preparing the soil well are the first steps to a successful Earth Kind garden. Slide 2 Light intensity is critical for maximum plant growth. Planting sites should be chosen for the correct light level.
Most vegetables prefer full sun, although leafy greens can be grown with half a day of sun.
If you are a new gardener, it is best to start with a small garden. This will allow you to learn not only how to grow various crops, but also how much to grow for your family. Slide 3 Drainage is important in a garden site. A little extra water can be handled by the use of raised beds but a lot of water or standing water makes it almost impossible to grow most crops. In this slide, the plants in the wet area have died.