My Own Home At The Southern Desert Regions Of The United...

As spring approaches, the citizens of the rural, southwest town I call home prepare empty plots of dirt for gardening. That includes my own home. My mother is a gardening fiend. She plots out her garden months in advance, orders the fertilizer, and preps the tiller, all before the snow has even had a chance to melt. We ve grown everything, from simple squash plants to more complex green bean poles. I have many fond, and not so fond, learning experiences in the gardens of my past. (What are you doing! Don t pull that up! That s the cucumber plant, not a weed!) For those who wish to plant a garden for the first time, here are a few tips that will help you get started. Author s note: All times I m listing are for the southwest desert regions of the United States. If you live in another area, get the proper planting times from a local gardener. 1. Get to know the proper planting times In Utah, my state, most vegetables can be planted toward the end of May. 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