By the middle of summer, most gardeners have figured out which plants they’re excited to harvest… and which ones are simply taking up space.
Maybe your tomatoes are disappearing as fast as they ripen, while those zucchini just keep multiplying. Or perhaps you’ve discovered that the herbs you use every week have become the real stars of your garden.
That’s why one piece of advice from our Farmers Market sponsor, Dig Right In Landscaping, makes so much sense: grow what you love to eat.
Instead of asking, “What should I plant?” start by asking yourself:
“What does my family actually enjoy eating?”
If fresh tomatoes are a staple in your kitchen, plant more tomatoes. If you can’t get enough basil, give it a prominent spot in your garden. Love fresh salads? Leafy greens might deserve more room next season.
It sounds simple, but growing the foods you genuinely enjoy means you’ll get more out of your garden—and be more excited to harvest what you’ve grown.
In their latest blog, Dig Right In also shares practical tips for creating a successful vegetable garden, including:
- Starting with a manageable space
- Choosing a sunny location
- Planning your garden before you plant
- Building healthy soil to help your vegetables thrive
Based in nearby Westchester, Dig Right In has been helping homeowners throughout the western suburbs create beautiful, sustainable landscapes for years. From lawn care and native plantings to healthier gardens and living soil, they’re passionate about helping people get more from their outdoor spaces.
Whether you’re harvesting now or already thinking about next year’s garden, their article is full of practical ideas that can help you grow a garden you’ll actually enjoy.
Read the full article from Dig Right In here: