Courtesy of Maureen Reed

GROWING YOUR OWN FOOD From the cost of groceries, to growing organic produce to a new hobby, there are numerous reasons you may want to grow your own fruit, vegetables and herbs. The best part is that anyone can do it too - many edibles can be grown in small planters or on a trellis if space is limited. All you need is some sun (6 to 8 hours of sunlight a day is ideal), seeds, soil, water and time. After determining which plant hardiness zone you’re in, you can plan what you want to grow in your garden. Certain fruits and vegetables will grow better in specific conditions so set yourself up for success by planting foods that will most likely survive and thrive in your particular area. If it’s your first season of planting, start small. A few types of foods as opposed to a whole plate full will help you determine if you even have a green thumb and enjoy gardening or if it’s something you have to work up to enjoying. Leafy vegetables (like lettuce), peas, carrots, beans, potatoes, onions, cucumbers and zucchini are generally easy to grow and do well across Canada. Fruits such as strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and blackberries are also popular and easy to get started.

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