Gardening Tasks

Current Projects

Planning & Design

Identify optimal planting schedule for Raised Beds
Research companion planting combinations
Map sun exposure throughout the day
Design water-efficient irrigation layout

Planter Setup

Install drip irrigation system
Install cross bars or stakes for climbing plants
Transplant seedlings when weather permits
Add mulch layer after planting

Two preparations run in parallel: acclimating seedlings and preparing supports and irrigation. They converge at transplanting, followed by observation and watering adjustments. — Treat planter setup as a dependency map: prepare seedlings and infrastructure before planting, then inspect the bed and adjust care. The sequence is illustrative, not a calendar or a fixed watering prescription. Original conceptual diagram based on University of Minnesota Extension, Growing tomatoes in home gardens.

Infrastructure

Seasonal Tasks

Spring Preparation

Test and amend soil
Clean and sharpen tools
Order seeds and starts
Repair raised bed edges if needed

Ongoing Maintenance

Weekly watering schedule
Monthly fertilizing routine
Pest and disease monitoring
Harvest log tracking

Future Plans

Build compost system
Create herb spiral
Install rain collection barrel
Develop pollinator garden section

Resources

Garden Planning - Overall design strategy
Gardening Tips - Best practices
SF Terraced Garden Transformation Guide - Detailed project example