Vegetable Gardening Basics

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Why is it important to choose a site in full sun for a garden?

To prevent overwatering of plants

To reduce the risk of diseases spreading through water splashes

To avoid competition from trees and large shrubs

To ensure plants get at least 8 hours of direct sunlight (correct)

What is the main reason for locating a garden near a potable water supply?

To reduce the risk of diseases spreading through water splashes

To avoid competition from trees and shrubs

To prevent overwatering of plants

To make it easier to water the garden properly (correct)

Which type of vegetable requires the most hours of direct sunlight?

Peas

Lettuce

Tomatoes (correct)

Beans

Why is it advised to water the soil and not the plant directly?

To ensure proper nutrient absorption and avoid disease spread Signup and view all the answers

In what way do container gardens differ from traditional row gardens?

Container gardens support various types of vegetables in one container Signup and view all the answers

What are the key steps involved in vegetable gardening according to the text?

Selecting a site, planning the garden, preparing the soil, choosing the seeds, planting a crop, and nurturing the plants Signup and view all the answers

What benefits does vegetable gardening offer according to the text?

Source of exercise, healthy snacks, food for the table, and satisfaction from watching plants grow Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the amount of time required for growing a vegetable garden?

Requires daily attention and a significant time commitment Signup and view all the answers

Where can vegetables be grown according to the text?

In containers such as pots and planting beds, not necessarily in-ground Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized as essential for success in vegetable gardening according to the text?

Success requires more than just a place to grow vegetables Signup and view all the answers

Vegetable Gardening Basics

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Questions and Answers

Why is it important to choose a site in full sun for a garden?

What is the main reason for locating a garden near a potable water supply?

Which type of vegetable requires the most hours of direct sunlight?

Why is it advised to water the soil and not the plant directly?

In what way do container gardens differ from traditional row gardens?

What are the key steps involved in vegetable gardening according to the text?

What benefits does vegetable gardening offer according to the text?

How does the text describe the amount of time required for growing a vegetable garden?

Where can vegetables be grown according to the text?

What is emphasized as essential for success in vegetable gardening according to the text?

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