407 Low Water Vegetables

In this episode of the Garden Basics podcast, Farmer Fred shares a repurposed conversation from the Flower Power Garden Hour podcast, hosted by Marlene Simon and Bruce Ritter. The discussion revolves around water conservation in vegetable gardening, particularly during droughts. Key topics include the pros and cons of raised beds versus in-ground beds, the importance of soil composition and amendment, efficient irrigation practices, and selecting drought-tolerant vegetable varieties. The speakers also share personal gardening experiences and tips, emphasizing the need to monitor soil moisture, avoid overwatering, and adapt gardening practices to local climate conditions.