Square Foot Gardening Chart
Square Foot Gardening (SFG) is a popular method of gardening that maximizes space and efficiency by dividing garden beds into small, accessible squares. Each square foot is planted with a different crop based on its specific requirements for space, sunlight, and nutrient needs.
Here’s a basic Square Foot Gardening planting chart for common vegetables:
Square Foot Gardening Chart
Vegetable | Plants per Square Foot | Square Foot |
---|---|---|
Beans (Pole) | 4 | 1 per square with support |
Beans (Bush) | 9 | 1 square per 9 plants |
Beets | 9 | 3 rows, 3 per row |
Broccoli | 1 | 1 per square |
Cabbage | 1 | 1 per square |
Carrots | 16 | 4 rows, 4 per row |
Cauliflower | 1 | 1 per square |
Celery | 4 | 1 per square with 4 plants (shared space) |
Corn | 4 | 1 row, 4 per row |
Cucumbers | 2 (trellised) | 1 per 2 plants with support |
Eggplant | 1 | 1 per square |
Garlic | 9 | 3 rows, 3 per row |
Kale | 1 | 1 per square |
Lettuce (Leaf) | 4 | 1 per space with 4 plants |
Lettuce (Head) | 1 | 1 per square |
Onions (Sets) | 9 | 3 rows, 3 per row |
Peas | 8 | 1 row, 8 per row with support |
Peppers | 1 | 1 per square |
Potatoes | 1 | 1 per square (deep) |
Radishes | 16 | 4 rows, 4 per row |
Spinach | 9 | 3 rows, 3 per row |
Squash (Summer) | 1 | 1 per 2 squares |
Swiss Chard | 4 | 1 per square with 4 plants |
Tomatoes | 1 | 1 per square with support |
Zucchini | 1 | 1 per 2 squares |
Tips for Square Foot Gardening:
- Use a Grid: Clearly mark out your garden bed with a grid to define each square foot section.
- Soil Mix: Use a good quality soil mix (often a blend of peat moss, vermiculite, and compost) to ensure the best growing conditions.
- Companion Planting: Consider companion planting to optimize growth and reduce pests.
- Rotate Crops: Rotate your crops each season to prevent soil depletion and reduce the risk of disease.
Square Foot Gardening is ideal for small spaces and can be very productive with the right planning and care.