Design a Diversified Garden

Most farmers and other self-sufficient folks agree that a garden is central to self-reliance. And nowadays, with COVID-19 restrictions and shortages firmly cemented into many of our psyches, even more people are realizing this truth. But, how do you get started? Which vegetables and fruits should you choose? How big should the garden be? Let’s explore these questions as they pertain to each individual seeking a better way to secure their family’s food sources.

Instead of only growing the usual staple crops, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, and okra, think outside the proverbial gardening box. A diversified garden is loaded with as many varieties as the gardener can manage in order to provide a diversified offering of produce to meet their family’s needs.

How and Where to Start

If you’re reading this publication, you’ve already taken your first step: seeking knowledge. A diversified, self-sufficient garden varies from person to person. A family of four living in the country will develop a different garden than a single