Module #1 Introduction to Vegetable Gardening Welcome to the world of vegetable gardening! In this module, well explore the benefits of growing your own food and set goals for your first garden.
Module #2 Assessing Your Yard Take a closer look at your yard and determine the best spot for your vegetable garden. Well discuss sunlight, soil, and space considerations.
Module #3 Choosing the Right Vegetables Learn about the different types of vegetables you can grow and how to select the best ones for your climate, soil, and personal preferences.
Module #4 Understanding Soil Science Get to grips with soil basics, including pH, nutrient levels, and amendments. Well discuss how to test and improve your soil.
Module #5 Garden Design Principles Discover the principles of good garden design, including layout, crop rotation, and companion planting.
Module #6 Creating a Garden Plan Put your design principles into practice and create a personalized garden plan, including a layout and plant schedule.
Module #7 Preparing Your Soil Learn how to prepare your soil for planting, including tilling, composting, and adding organic matter.
Module #8 Seed Starting 101 Find out how to start seeds indoors and outdoors, including tips for sowing, transplanting, and hardening off.
Module #9 Direct Sowing Learn about direct sowing, including which vegetables to direct sow, and how to do it successfully.
Module #10 Using Raised Beds Explore the benefits of raised beds, including how to build and maintain them, and which vegetables thrive in them.
Module #11 Irrigation and Watering Master the art of watering your vegetable garden, including how to set up an efficient irrigation system.
Module #12 Companion Planting Discover the benefits of companion planting, including which vegetables make good bedfellows and how to incorporate them into your garden.
Module #13 Supporting Your Plants Learn how to provide support for plants that need it, including trellises, stakes, and cages.
Module #14 Pest and Disease Management Find out how to identify and manage common pests and diseases in your vegetable garden.
Module #15 Fertilization and Mulching Learn about the different types of fertilizers and mulches, and how to use them to promote healthy plant growth.
Module #16 Season Extension Techniques Explore ways to extend the growing season, including cold frames, hoop houses, and row covers.
Module #17 Common Vegetable Gardening Mistakes Learn from common mistakes and avoid them in your own garden, including mistakes with soil, watering, and pest management.
Module #18 Garden Maintenance and Record Keeping Find out how to maintain your garden throughout the growing season, and how to keep records to improve future gardens.
Module #19 Harvesting and Preserving Learn about the best ways to harvest and preserve your crops, including tips for storage and food safety.
Module #20 Troubleshooting Common Problems Get help with common problems you may encounter in your garden, including pests, diseases, and nutrient deficiencies.
Module #21 Gardening for Small Spaces Discover how to make the most of small spaces, including container gardening and vertical gardening techniques.
Module #22 Gardening for Beginners:Tips and Tricks Pick up additional tips and tricks for gardening beginners, including how to stay motivated and overcome common challenges.
Module #23 Gardening with Kids Learn how to involve kids in your gardening activities, including fun projects and educational opportunities.
Module #24 Gardening for Different Climates Explore the unique challenges and opportunities of gardening in different climates, including hot and dry, cool and wet, and everything in between.
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Planning and Planting Your First Vegetable Garden career
