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Veggie help

20 years ago

We've recently moved to the Birmingham area from upstate NY (zone 4). I've read a lot of books but I would like some practical advice on the planting times. I have generally planted heirloom varieties but I've been told that they are difficult to grow here. I have prepared about 1500 sq ft of garden space. We have chickens and rabbits so I have started a compost pile. Our soil tested with a ph of 5.2. I've used lime to up the ph. Any and all suggestions are welcome.Thank you.

Sue

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terramadre
20 years ago
Get in touch with your local ACES - AL Cooperative Extension System.
terramadre
20 years ago
You may want to check out The Tasteful Garden for heirloom veggies.
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rhizo_1 (North AL) zone 7
20 years ago
You shouldn't have any trouble raising veggies in Birmingham, once you begin to understand the differences from the climate that you are used to. Take Terramadre's good advice, if you haven't already, and become good friends with your local extension service.

Your lime application will take several months to facilitate a pH change, so I would have it tested again then. As a matter of fact, you might want to do so one or twice a year until you feel like you're in control. Even if you had the soil professionally tested, results can vary widely.

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