Garden Plans > 2014: Barich Garden

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Plan Type, Soil and Location

Garden Location: Nancy's 2014 Vegetable Garden Plan
Garden Size: 45' 11" x 37' 11"
Garden Type: Backyard / back garden
Garden Layout: Raised Beds
Sun or Shade: Sunny
Garden Soil Type: Good soil

Plan Notes

Garden Plan

Plant List

 PlantNumberSpacingSpacing in RowsNotes
Asparagus 31' 5"1' 5" x 1' 5" 
Basil
 Genovese (OG)
57"5" x 9" 
Basil 37"5" x 9" 
Beet
 Detroit Dark Red
75"3" x 7"60-65 days Seeds germinate 5-10 days Plant in 2 week intervals 2" apart 1/2 depth 20-24" Thin 4-6" apart
Blackberry 12' 11"2' 11" x 2' 11" 
Blueberry 62' 11"2' 11" x 2' 11" 
Broccoli
 Diplomat (F1)
31' 5"1' 5" x 1' 5"68 days Transplant: Sow about 4 seeds per inch indoors in flats or outdoors in cold frame or hotbeds, 4-6 wks before transplanting to the garden.Soil temp 70 until germination. 60 to grow seedlings. Transplant small seedlings at least an inch apart in pots or trays. Transplant to the garden spacing 10-18" apart. Direct Seed-Sow 3 seeds 1/2" deep every 6-18" Thin to 18" apart. Fabric Row Covers Recc.
Brussels Sprouts
 Diablo (F1)
21' 11"1' 11" x 1' 11"110 Days Transplanting: Sow thinly indoors in flats or outdoors in seedbeds or cold frame in early May, 3-4 seeds per inch, covering 1/4". Transplant out in 4-6 wks, 18" apartin rows 18-36" apart. Direct: In May Sow 1/4-1/2" deep, 3 seeds every 18", thinning to 1 pant, rows 30" apart.
Cantaloupe
 Sarah's Choice
12' 11"2' 11" x 2' 11"76 days Transplanting: Sow 3 seeds 1/4" deep indoors in 2-3" pots, 3-4 wks before setting outdoors. Never let soil dry out. Before tp reduce water and temp. for a week to harden seedlings. After frost when soil is at least 65, set pots 2-3' apart, thin to 1 plant per pot. Direct: Sow when soil temp is 70, 3 seeds every 18". Use of black soar mulch and row covers sugg.
Carrot 103"3" x 5" 
Celery
 Tango (OG)
47"5" x 11"80 days Transplanting: Sow seeds in early March, 6 seeds per 1", 1/8" deep. Keep soil moist and warm (70) for 2-3 wks. Upon emergence, lower soil temp. 60. Tp when plants have 2 true leaves, 2" apart into flats. TP outdoors in late May-Mid June, 6-8" apart in rows 24-36" apart.
Cilantro
 Santo
37"5" x 9"50-55 days, 90-105 days seeds Direct: Sow seeds 1/4-1/2" deep, 1-2 seeds every inch in rows 12-18" apart. For Coriander: Thin to satnd 2-4" apart. Germination 7-10 days Successive sewings can be done every 2-3 weeks.
Cucumber
 SV4719CS-Johnny's
11' 11"1' 11" x 1' 11"56 days Transplanting: Sow indoors in 50 cell trays, 1-2 seeds/cell, 3-4 wks b4 tp. Keep temp above 70. TP 12"" apart in rows 5-6' apart. Direct: Sow 2 seed/ftl, 1/2 deep, rows 6' apart. Thin to 12" apart. May be trained up a trellis
Cucumber
 Jackson Classic (F1)
11' 11"1' 11" x 1' 11"49 days Transplanting: Sow indoors in 50 cell trays, 1-2 seeds/cell, 3-4 wks b4 tp. Keep temp above 70. TP 12"" apart in rows 5-6' apart. Direct: Sow 2 seed/ftl, 1/2 deep, rows 6' apart. Thin to 12" apart. May be trained up a trellis
Dill 27"5" x 9" 
Flower
 Bells of Ireland
87"5" x 7"90-110 days Sow in early spring when soil temp. is 50-60.; barely cover seeds. Sow 6-8 weeks before last frost date in indiv. 3" pots or packs, as plants have tap-roots and do not tp well. Do not cover seeds as light aids germination. Bottom water or mist. Harden off and tp after danger of frost. Germination 12-21 days at 65-68. Chill seed 1-2 weeks before sowing
Flower
 Celosia, Pampas Plume
17"5" x 7"90-95 days Sow seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date. Tp when first true leaves appear. Harden off at tp outdoors when danger of frost is passed. Germination 8-10 days.
Flower
 Columbine, Rocky Mountain Blue
17"5" x 7"21-25 days
Flower 17"5" x 7" 
Flower
 Celosia, Plumed Sylphid
17"5" x 7"60-80 days Sow seeds 6-8 weeks before last frost date. Do not cover as light aids in germination. Bottom water. TP to cell packs or cont. when first true leaves appear. Harde off and tp outdoors after last frost. Germination 8-10 days.
Flower
 Coleus, Rainbow Forest Mix
17"5" x 7"45 days Sow 8 weeks before last frost. Do not cover seeds as light aids germination. Bottom water or mist. A light covering of vermiculite may be used to help maintain moisture. Tp to cell packs or larger cont. when first true leaves appear. Direct seeding not recc.
Flower
 Sweet Pea Mammoth Choice Mix
17"5" x 7"74 days ALL PARTS OF PLANT POISONOUS! Sow OUTDOORS 6 weeks before last frost 1-2" apart, 1/4-1/2" deep. Darkness is required for germination. Thin to 6-12" apart when true leaves form. Germination 14-21 days.
Flower
 Asclepias, Silky Formula Mix
47"5" x 7"90 days Sow seeds 10-12 weeks before last frost date. Gengly press seeds into mix. TP into cell packs or 3-4" pots 3-5 wks after sowing. Harden off and tp outdoors after danger of frost has passed. Germination 14-21 days
Flower
 Celosia, Bombay Yellow Gold
17"5" x 7"90-105 days Sow in indiv. pots/cont. Press seedslightly into soil. do not cover as light adis germination. Keep moist. TP into beds 2-4 weeks after emergence. Do not delay planting of plugs. Germination 7-14 days.
Flower
 Green Mist
47"5" x 7" 
Flower
 Ammi, Green Mist
17"5" x 7"85-95 days Recc. to plant outdoors. Sow seed thinly in rows, covering lightly, in early spring after danger of heavy frost. Indoors: Sow seeds 6-8 weeks before planting out. Tp when first true leaves appear. Harden off and plant outside.
Flower
 Amado Coneflower
17"5" x 7"Sow seed when light frost is still possible. Plant 1/2" deep. Thin 12-24" apart. Light sun to partial shade.
Flower
 Amaranthus, Emerald Tassels
47"5" x 7"65-75 days Sow 4-6 weeks before last frost. Barely cover seeds. Bottom water.
Flower
 Amaranthus, Green Flowered
17"5" x 7"60 days Sow in well worked garden soil after chance of any frost. Sow 18-24" apart, 1/4" depth and cover with a fine soil. Firm lightly and keep evenly moist.
Flower
 Costa Mix (F1)
47"5" x 7"100-120 days Surface sow 8-10 weeks before last frost. Do not cover as light is required for germination. Bottom water. TP to larger containers when true leaves appear, approx 3-4 wks after sowing. Harden off and tp out after danger of last frost. Direct sowing not recc.
Flower
 Cup and Saucer Vine
17"5" x 7"Sow 6-8 weeks before last frost just beneath the surface of the soil. Nick seed with sharp knofe before sowing. Plant out in full sun 2-3 weeks after last frost 24-36" apart. Germination 10-25 days.
Flower
 Moon Flower Morning Glory
17"5" x 7"Slow seeds 1/2" deep, 4-6" apart after last frost. Keep moist while germinating. Seeds can be slightly chipped and soaked in warm water for 24 hours before planting for better results. Vines 8-12' tall if given proper support
Flower
 Colorado
17"5" x 7"120-130 days Sow 8-10 weeks before last frost. Do not cover seeds as light adis germination. Bottom water or mist lightly to avoid covering seeds. Tp to cells packs when first true leaves appear, approx. 3 wks. after sowing. Harden off and tp after last frost.
Flower
 Amaranth, Love-Lies-Bleeding
17"5" x 7"80-100 days Sow 4-6 weeks before last frost. Barely cover seed. Bottom water. Harden off and tp after danger of frost. Germination 7-10 days
Flower
 Amaranth, Opopeo
17"5" x 7"62 days Sow seeds 4-6 weeks before last frost. Barely cover seeds. Bottom water. Hardon off and tp. out after danger of frost. Outside: After frost, sow thly berley covering seed. When seedlings have first true leaves, thin to 12-15" apart. Germination 7-10 days.
Flower
 Bupleurum, Green Gold
17"5" x 7"80-90 days Sow where plants are to bloom in early spring as soon as soil can be worked. Cover seeds with 1/4" soil. Thin when first true leaves appear Does not tp well. Germination 14-21 days.
Flower
 Sunrise Serenade Morning Glory
17"5" x 7"Sow seeds outdoors after last frost 1/2" deep, 4-6" apart. Seeds can be slightly chipped and soaked in warm water for 24 hours before planting.
Flower
 Verbena Bonariensis
17"5" x 7"90 days Sow seeds 8012 weeks before last frost date. Cover seeds lightly with growing medium. Seed is slow to germinate and sensitive to excessive amounts of moisture. So keep medium on the dry side, until emergence. Tp to cell packs after true leaves appear. Harden off and tp outside after frost.
Flower
 Zinnia, Benary's Giant Lime
17"5" x 7"75-90 days Sow 4 weeks before last frost. Cover seed and keep soil surface moist until emergence. Wehn seedlings have ture leaves, tp into cell packs. Outside: After last frost, sow thinly 6 seeds/ft, 1/4" deep. Cover lightly, but firmly.
Flower
 Purple Majesty (F1)
17"5" x 7"120 days Sow seeds in indiv. pots 6-8 weeks before last frost. Cover 1/8". Thin to 1 per pot. Tp after last frost.
Flower
 Nicotiana Peace Pipe
17"5" x 7"70-75 days Sow 6-8 wks before last spring frost, 1/2", 10-12" apart. Tp to cont. when seedlings have at least 2 pairs of leaves. Seedlings emerge in 10-15 days.
Flower
 Ocean Pearls
17"5" x 7"90-100 days Outdoors: Sow in early spring when sol is cool and a light frost is still possible. Sow 1/8" deep. Thin to sand 6-9" apart, when first true leaves appear.
Flower
 Orlaya, White Finch
87"5" x 7"65-70 days Sow seed thinly in rows, covering lightly, in early spring after danger of frost. TP: Sow seeds 4-5 wks bdroe planting out. When first true leaves appear tp into larger cont. Harden off and tp outdoors.
Kale
 Sunset
11' 3"1' 1" x 1' 5"90-110 days Sow 3 months before expected fall frost, 2 seeds per hole, 6" apart and 1/4" deep. Sow directly in cell packs 6-8 wks before planting out. Cover seed with 1/4" soil. Harden off 1 wk before plantng outdoors. Germination 10 days
Kale
 Sunrise
11' 3"1' 1" x 1' 5"90-110 days Sow 3 months before expected fall frost, 2 seeds per hole, 6" apart and 1/4" deep. Sow directly in cell packs 6-8 wks before planting out. Cover seed with 1/4" soil. Harden off 1 wk before plantng outdoors. Germination 10 days
Kale
 Dwarf Blue Curled Vates
21' 3"1' 1" x 1' 5"55 Days Direct: Sow 4 seeds every 10" at 1/4". Space rows 18-24" apart. Thin when 1" tall 1 every 10". Sow every 3 weeks Days to emerge 10-14 planted outdoor 4/5
Leek
 King Richard
47"5" x 11"75 days Transplant: Sow 4 seeds per 1", 1/4" deep. When plants fully emerge tp to 1" apart in flats. In mid-late spring, when plant 8-12" tp to garden. in rows 2' apart, dibble 1" wide and 6" deep holes abut 6" apart. Drop in plants. Do not firm soil. Hill plants with soil 1-2 times over summer. Direct: In early spring sow 2" apart 1/4-1/2" deep in rows 24" apart. Thin to 6" apart. Hill soil 2-3 times during summer.
Lettuce (Crisphead)
 Defender (OG)
39"7" x 11"28 days baby Transplant: Sow in flats 1/8" deep about 1/4" apart, 3-4 wks before trnasplanting outdoors. Keep soil temp. below 75 until germination. 2 wks later transplant 1-2" apart in flats. Hrdent seedlings by reducing water and temperature for 2-4 days. Transplant 8-12" apart in rows 12-18" apart. Direct: Sows seeds abut 1: apart in rows about 12-18" apart. Cover lightly with 1/8" soil. Keep seeds moist until emergence 3-5 days or longer. Thin to 8" apart when seedlings are large enough to handle. Planted outdoor 4/5
Lettuce (Crisphead) 29"7" x 11" 
Lettuce (Leaf)
 Allstar Gourmet
73"3" x 5"28 days Sove in a 2-4" wide band, roughly 1/2" apart. Cover viery lightly about 1/8". Keep soil surface moist until seedlings emerge. Begin to harvest in 3-5 weeks. Sow seeds every 2 wks.
Onions (Green)
 Evergreen Hardy White
83"3" x 3"65 days Sow 4 seeds per 1" in a single row or 2" wide band, covering 1/2". Thin to about an inch apart if large diameter is wanted. Plants may be hilled 2-3 times during the growing period to the height of the lower banch leaves which creates longer, white-blanced portions.
Oregano 27"5" x 9" 
Peas
 Sugar Snap (OG)
123"3" x 7"62 days Hoe a 1" deep furrow. Sow seeds in a 3" band, seeds 1-1" apart, about 24 seeds per ft. Innoculate peas to enrich soil. Rows should be 12-18" apart. Put in trellis at planting time. Planted outdoors 4/5
Peas
 Feisty
163"3" x 7"61 days Hoe a 1" deep furrow. Sow seeds in a 3" band, seeds 1-1" apart, about 24 seeds per ft. Innoculate peas to enrich soil. Rows should be 12-18" apart. Put in trellis at planting time.
Pepper
 Lunchbox Pepper Mix (OG)
21' 1"11" x 1' 3"55-63 days green/75-83 orange Sow seeds in shallow flats, 4 seeds per 1", 1/4" deep, 8 weeks prior to tp outside. Maintain 80-90 temp. When first true leaves show, tp the seedlings 2-3" apart. Grow plants at 70 during day and 60 at night. Don't overwater, but don't let leaves wilt. Fertilize seedlings with fish emulsion or blanced soluble fertilizer. Harden seedling by reducing water an dtemp. for a week before tp. Set plants in garden in June or when soild is above 70, about 12-18" apart between plants . Use of plastic mulch and row covers is recc.
Pepper
 Gourmet (F1)
21' 1"11" x 1' 3"65 days green/85 orange Sow seeds in shallow flats, 4 seeds per 1", 1/4" deep, 8 weeks prior to tp outside. Maintain 80-90 temp. When first true leaves show, tp the seedlings 2-3" apart. Grow plants at 70 during day and 60 at night. Don't overwater, but don't let leaves wilt. Fertilize seedlings with fish emulsion or blanced soluble fertilizer. Harden seedling by reducing water an dtemp. for a week before tp. Set plants in garden in June or when soild is above 70, about 12-18" apart between plants . Use of plastic mulch and row covers is recc.
Pumpkin
 Mini Mix
12' 11"2' 11" x 2' 11" 
Pumpkin
 Triamble
12' 11"2' 11" x 2' 11"105 days
Pumpkin
 Casperita (F1)
12' 11"2' 11" x 2' 11" 
Pumpkin
 Lumina White-Skinned
12' 11"2' 11" x 2' 11"95 days
Radish
 Easter Egg Blend
53"3" x 7"30 days
Raspberry 22' 3"1' 11" x 2' 11" 
Rhubarb 22' 11"2' 11" x 2' 11" 
Soybeans
 Butterbeans (OG)
145"5" x 5"90 days
Spinach
 Tyee (F1)
117"5" x 11"40 days
Spinach
 Racoon (F1)
47"5" x 11" 
Spinach 57"5" x 11"planted outdoors 4/5
Squash (Winter)
 Winter Sweet (F1) (OG)
12' 11"2' 11" x 2' 11"95 days
Tomato (Small)
 Matt's Wild Cherry
21' 7"1' 5" x 1' 11"60 days
Tomato (Small)
 Sun Gold (F1)
11' 7"1' 5" x 1' 11"57 days
Tomato (Small)
 Valencia (OG)
11' 7"1' 5" x 1' 11"76 days
Tomato (Small)
 BHN-624
11' 7"1' 5" x 1' 11"60 days
Tomato (Small)
 Brandywine (OG)
21' 7"1' 5" x 1' 11"78 days
Tomato (Small)
 Green Zebra (OG)
11' 7"1' 5" x 1' 11"72 days
Watermelon 12' 11"2' 11" x 2' 11" 
Zucchini
 Alexandria (F1)
31' 11"1' 11" x 1' 11"48 days

Planting Times

Plant List key
 PlantJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Asparagus
Basil
 Genovese (OG)
Basil
Beet
 Detroit Dark Red
Blackberry
Blueberry
Broccoli
 Diplomat (F1)
Brussels Sprouts
 Diablo (F1)
Cantaloupe
 Sarah's Choice
Carrot
Celery
 Tango (OG)
Cilantro
 Santo
Cucumber
 SV4719CS-Johnny's
Cucumber
 Jackson Classic (F1)
Dill
Flower
 Bells of Ireland
Flower
 Celosia, Pampas Plume
Flower
 Columbine, Rocky Mountain Blue
Flower
Flower
 Celosia, Plumed Sylphid
Flower
 Coleus, Rainbow Forest Mix
Flower
 Sweet Pea Mammoth Choice Mix
Flower
 Asclepias, Silky Formula Mix
Flower
 Celosia, Bombay Yellow Gold
Flower
 Green Mist
Flower
 Ammi, Green Mist
Flower
 Amado Coneflower
Flower
 Amaranthus, Emerald Tassels
Flower
 Amaranthus, Green Flowered
Flower
 Costa Mix (F1)
Flower
 Cup and Saucer Vine
Flower
 Moon Flower Morning Glory
Flower
 Colorado
Flower
 Amaranth, Love-Lies-Bleeding
Flower
 Amaranth, Opopeo
Flower
 Bupleurum, Green Gold
Flower
 Sunrise Serenade Morning Glory
Flower
 Verbena Bonariensis
Flower
 Zinnia, Benary's Giant Lime
Flower
 Purple Majesty (F1)
Flower
 Nicotiana Peace Pipe
Flower
 Ocean Pearls
Flower
 Orlaya, White Finch
Kale
 Sunset
Kale
 Sunrise
Kale
 Dwarf Blue Curled Vates
Leek
 King Richard
Lettuce (Crisphead)
 Defender (OG)
Lettuce (Crisphead)
Lettuce (Leaf)
 Allstar Gourmet
Onions (Green)
 Evergreen Hardy White
Oregano
Peas
 Sugar Snap (OG)
Peas
 Feisty
Pepper
 Lunchbox Pepper Mix (OG)
Pepper
 Gourmet (F1)
Pumpkin
 Mini Mix
Pumpkin
 Triamble
Pumpkin
 Casperita (F1)
Pumpkin
 Lumina White-Skinned
Radish
 Easter Egg Blend
Raspberry
Rhubarb
Soybeans
 Butterbeans (OG)
Spinach
 Tyee (F1)
Spinach
 Racoon (F1)
Spinach
Squash (Winter)
 Winter Sweet (F1) (OG)
Tomato (Small)
 Matt's Wild Cherry
Tomato (Small)
 Sun Gold (F1)
Tomato (Small)
 Valencia (OG)
Tomato (Small)
 BHN-624
Tomato (Small)
 Brandywine (OG)
Tomato (Small)
 Green Zebra (OG)
Watermelon
Zucchini
 Alexandria (F1)



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