![]() See EDIS publication HS1215, Organic Vegetable Gardening in Florida ( ). Animal manure if used should be spread at a rate of 25–100 pounds per 100 square feet and should be worked into the soil 90–120 days before harvesting any vegetables. Thoroughly mix liberal amounts of un-composted organics in the soil well in advance of planting, preferably at least a month before seeding. Due to low and inconsistent levels of nutrients in compost, accompanying applications of inorganic or organic fertilizer may be beneficial (See "Fertilizing" below). Composted organics may be applied at planting time un-composted organics (such as fresh grass clippings) should be mixed into the soil at least a month before seeding. Most Florida soils are low in organic matter and therefore benefit from the addition of organic matter such as animal manure, rotted leaves, compost, commercial soil mixes, and/or cover crops. ![]() At planting time, rework the soil into a smooth, firm surface. Spade or plow the plot at least three weeks before planting. Gardeners often plant on whatever soil type is available, but it is usually worthwhile to improve the garden plot with additions of organic matter (see below). Vegetables that are difficult to transplant should be seeded directly into the garden or started in containers first. The planting guide lists which vegetable seedlings transplant easily and which do not. Make a list of supplies and order or purchase seeds early if you intend to grow your own transplants. ![]() Use the planting guide (Table 1) to develop your plan. Planīefore planting, draw a garden plan that includes the name, location, and planting date(s) of the vegetables you want to grow. Where possible, rotate the garden from place to place to help control soil diseases and other pests. With proper care, vegetables may also be included in the landscape among ornamental plants. For convenience, locate the garden near the house on a well-drained site close to a source of water and in a location that receives at least six hours of direct sunlight daily. ![]()
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