Starting A Vegetable Garden

There are many benefits to starting a vegetable garden. Not only does it produce fresh, delicious veggies but it also saves money and gives you a chance to bond with the earth.

The first step is deciding what you will plant in the garden. This can be tricky because there are so many varieties and zones, so it is best to get some advice from a local source.

KEVIN RAUCH/FOR THE EXPRESS

Penn State Extension Master Gardeners Ginny Council and Kathy Gilles recently held an introduction to vegetable gardening at the Renovo Area Public Library. The class included a slide show, tutorial, question and answer session and — of course — a hand-on approach to perfecting the outdoor summer garden. First picture, Terri Kerstetter, left, and Connie Barnum started their gardens at the library with guidance from the instructors. Second picture, Ginny Council, left, and Kathy Giles, second from left, review important gardening tips during the class.

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