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Auf die Pl\u00e4tze, fertig, los geht\u2019s<\/h1>\n\n
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Spring brings thunderstorms, new life, seasonal allergies, blooming flowers\u2014and a new chance to grow fresh, delicious vegetables at home. Whether this is your first year planting a garden or you\u2019re an experienced green thumb, follow these tips to lay the groundwork for your best harvest yet.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Perfect Planting<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>
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A big part of successful gardening is knowing the\nbest time to plant. In Indiana, that\u2019s typically sometime between April and\nJuly. Different veggies mature at different rates, so keep a calendar for the\nbest times to plant each vegetable and follow the schedule this season.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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And know that the heartiest plants for spring are\nlettuce, carrots, beets, radishes, kale, and broccoli. Be sure to rotate the\nseeds when you plant them so they aren\u2019t in the same spot as last year!<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Spring Cleaning<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>
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Tidying up the garden bed can help new plants\ngrow. Remove leaves, weeds, debris, and dead growth from last season for a\nfresh new space: The borders and beds should be back to bare soil. Check for\npests such as snails, slugs, and even larvae that eat plant roots, and remove\nthem from the garden.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Also, remember to clean your gardening tools to\nprevent spreading bacteria to your plants. Hot water and a strong detergent\nshould do the trick.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Work the Soil<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>
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When the frost has lifted, it\u2019s time to till the soil. Winter weather compacts soil, so you\u2019ll need to loosen it with a shovel about a foot underground in the garden bed. If the soil is dry and crumbly, it\u2019s ready for vegetables. If it\u2019s wet, wait before planting those peppers.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Create a CompostCreate a Compost<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>
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A compost will break down organic food waste and create rich nutrients for your garden. Composting your own grass clippings, vegetables peelings, and woody pruning cuts down on trash sent to the landfill and saves you from having to buy compost: Everyone wins! You can either use a pre-built compost bin<\/a> or make your own wood box. Mix it all up once a month with a pitchfork to let the compost get oxygen.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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So don\u2019t be shy. Break out the seed packets and shovels and start preparing your garden for growing. You\u2019ll reap the benefits this summer! And if you\u2019re looking for more info about how to get started, check out our \u201cFresh Ideas for the Family Garden.\u201d<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>

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