5 Vegetable Garden Layout Strategies for Better Yields

Close up of Chelsea with a variety of storage vegetables (carrots, cabbage, squash and onions).

In this guide, we will cover the practical strategies I use to structure my main crop garden. We will discuss exactly where to place specific plants, how to manage pests and slopes, and why you might want to stop growing certain vegetables altogether.

How to Plan a Forest Garden in Zone 3B (A 5-Year Update)

A view down a grassy path in a lush garden, surrounded by large shrubs and flowers with a forested hill in the background.

When I first envisioned building a forest garden on our property, I pictured a space that could mostly care for itself—fruit trees, berries, herbs, and medicinal plants all layered together like a natural ecosystem. And while that vision has come to life in many ways, I’m now several years in, and it’s time to take a closer look at what’s working… and what needs to change.