About Locations

If you were not sure what type of location is good for planting in the north San Gabriel micro climate this summer, here are some pointers.

1. The directions "plant in full sun" should not be taken too literally. For example, it is 15 degrees hotter in SG than Irvine.

2. How much air circulation is there, because it makes a difference on how hot the plants get.

3. Plants can be happier with some filtering from the afternoon sun either by trees or from other plants.

4. No dedicated planting area is necessary. Vegetables look great tucked around non-edible plants.

5. Raised Boxes are good because they are easily controlled - to contain the water, keep out pests, retain amendments added to soil. Boxes can be any size and easily constructed.
http://naturalyards.com/raisedbeds/?gclid=COie-KSA9qACFSBSgwodyT1Ivw/
http://www.no-dig-vegetablegarden.com/
http://organicgardens.suite101.com/article.cfm/building_a_nodig_garden/
http://www.sunset.com/garden/perfect-raised-bed-00400000039550/