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Learn the Basics of Vegetable Gardening

Vegetable gardening refers to digging in the soil and pulling out your own veggies. Put your green thumb to test in this quiz on vegetable gardening.
Sameer Shinde
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Sowing is the act of scattering seeds on land so that they may grow.
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As most vegetables require at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day, it's best to plant your garden in the sunniest spot possible.
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The ideal pH for vegetable gardens falls at 6.5, with a range of 6.0 to 7.0 being the most beneficial.
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An heirloom plant is one grown from seeds that have been passed down through generations.
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In plants, the process of photosynthesis takes place in the mesophyll of the leaves, inside the chloroplasts.
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Kale, collards, and broccoli are members of the mustard family, but lettuce actually is the head of its own household.
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The goal of crop rotation is to preserve and boost nutrients in the soil.
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Grasshoppers are generally considered to be garden pests because they feed on and cause damage to plants.
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In their natural habitat, ferns and shade plants thrive under the dim, moist canopy of taller plants.
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This common garden problem is often caused by a lack of calcium and/or uneven watering.
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Cauliflower is a cool-weather crop. Plus, it tastes much better in cooler months.
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Overseeding is adding seed to your existing lawn without turning the soil.
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