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I have the 2 raised beds in the front and they get morning sun. I only have a small amount of space there. I think it is a combination of things. Inexperience, insufficient light and fertilizer and very poor soil. I don't seem able to get a handle on it. This is only my second year. I learn...

Inexpensive bagged soil. I also don't think I fertilized enough. Not sure how often I should have done that.

I have hardwoods, oaks and maples etc. Only a couple of pine trees. I'd really hate to cut any of them down. The one that provides the most shade is my favorite tree. I tried containers on my deck and for some reason they didn't do well although the basil did. I guess that gardening is something...

Pruning may be an option. Thank you.

Greetingsh I need tips on growing a vegetable garden in the shade. I get about 5 hours sun in the summer (late afternoon) but haven't had much luck in the back terraces. I live on a small mountain with no topsoil and lots of trees. I have read about permaculture, growing food in a forest and am...

Hello. I am new to this forum (came in through the chicken forum) Anyway, I don't seem to do very well as a gardener. I live on top of a small mountain in the forest. That is my first problem. I have tried to terrace a part of the back yard which is steep. The real problem is the hardpack soil...