How to Choose Square Foot Gardening Plants

Choosing plants for your square foot garden requires knowing which plants will thrive in small areas. Step 1: Consider plant ...

This article is a summary of a YouTube video "How to Choose Square Foot Gardening Plants" by Blossom Flower Delivery

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🌱 Choosing plants for a square foot garden requires considering their nutrient needs, shade tolerance, growth patterns, and optimum growing season.

🌱 It's important to compare the needs of your plants with your garden's micro-climate and soil conditions before choosing which ones to grow.

🌱 Testing your soil's pH level can help you identify plants that will thrive in your soil or make necessary amendments.

🌱 Seed packets provide information on plant spacings, which can guide you in determining how many seedlings to plant per square foot.

🌱 Companion planting can be beneficial in a square foot garden, so it's worth researching which plants grow well together.

🌱 Did you know that the world's tallest rose bush stands at an impressive 13 feet 3 inches?

✨ As an optional step, consider using a soil testing kit to further assess your soil's condition.

✨ Ensure you have internet access to gather information on plant varieties and companion planting arrangements.

✨ Once you have considered all the necessary factors, you can start planting and enjoying your square foot garden!

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00:03 Choosing plants for your square foot garden requires knowing which plants will thrive in small areas.

00:25 Consider each prospective plant's nutrient needs, shade tolerance, growth patterns, and optimum growing season.

00:33 Compare the needs of these plants with your garden's micro-climate and soil conditions. Then choose your plants accordingly.

00:42 Consider testing your soil's pH level, which is a measure of the soil's acidity or alkalinity. You will then be able to identify plants that will do well in your soil, or amend your soil to accommodate the plants you wish to grow.

01:00 Determine the plant spacings you will need. This information can be found on the back of seed packets.

01:13 Determine which plants will do well when grown beside each other. Search for "companion planting" online for help with this.

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Q&A

How do I choose plants for square foot gardening?

Consider the plant's nutrient needs, shade tolerance, growth patterns, and optimum growing season. Compare these needs with your garden's micro-climate and soil conditions, and choose your plants accordingly.

Should I test my soil's pH level?

It is recommended to test your soil's pH level to determine its acidity or alkalinity. This will help you identify plants that will do well in your soil or amend the soil to accommodate the plants you wish to grow.

How do I determine plant spacing in square foot gardening?

The plant spacing information can be found on the back of seed packets. For example, if the package says to "plant 12 inches apart," then plant one seedling per one square foot section.

Can I grow different plants beside each other in square foot gardening?

Yes, you can grow different plants beside each other in square foot gardening. Research "companion planting" online to determine which plants will do well when grown together.

What is the world's tallest rose bush?

The world's tallest rose bush stands 13 feet 3 inches and is located in San Diego.