Some of the easiest vegetables to grow in this region include lima beans, snap beans, broccoli, Brussel sprouts, carrots, corn, cucumbers, eggplant, kale, lettuce, onions, peppers, radishes, spinach, squash, and tomatoes. What vegetables do you want to plant? Select vegetables based on what your family likes to eat.Plan realistically since a small weed-free garden will likely produce more than a large untended garden. Another several hours will be needed each week to maintain the garden. Who will do the work and how much time do you have available? For example, a new 4 ft x 8 ft garden may initially take 12-16 hours to prepare the soil and plant the vegetables.Foster sharing the gardens’ abundance with family, neighbors, friends, and those in need.Īnswer the following questions to help determine what you will plant and the size of your garden.Enable individuals to channel emotional energy in a positive, meaningful way during a crisis.Provide improved nutrition and health benefits associated with gardening.Build community by uniting people in a common purpose for a common good.Commemorate our ancestors’ patriotism and resourcefulness in serving their country.Since then, Victory Gardens have become an iconic symbol of the patriotism and resourcefulness of our ancestors to work together to grow needed food supplies.
Individuals, organizations, and communities grew these vegetable gardens where land was available to support the war effort at home. Historically, Victory Gardens originated during World War I and reemerged during World War II to support the war effort by ensuring adequate food supplies for civilians and troops. Today’s Victory Gardens have evolved to encourage gardeners to incorporate current research-based best garden practices to maximize their success. Victory Gardens are experiencing a resurgence during the COVID-19 pandemic as individuals and families are turning to vegetable gardening as a way to provide a safe source of fresh produce while channeling their emotional energy in a positive, meaningful way.
Garden Hotline contact information can be found by selecting the Master Gardener Program in your county and then selecting Garden Hotline under Contact Us. This Victory Garden Reference Guide provides useful information for both novice and experienced gardeners on planning, planting, and maintenance of Victory Gardens.Ĭontact the Penn State Extension Garden Hotline in your county if you have specific questions about planting or caring for your Victory Garden.
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