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Carrot

• Sow seeds directly in well-drained, stone-free soil after the last frost for straight roots.
• Keep soil consistently moist, especially during germination, to prevent splitting and bolting.
• Thin seedlings to 2-4 inches apart for proper root development and good air circulation.

Spinach

• Plant seeds in early spring or late summer, as spinach prefers cool weather and can bolt in heat.
• Provide consistent moisture and partial shade in warmer climates to prevent premature flowering.
• Spinach grows well in containers, requiring at least 6 inches of soil depth.

Garlic

• Plant individual cloves point-up in well-drained soil in autumn for a summer harvest, or in early spring in colder climates.
• Ensure full sun exposure and good air circulation to prevent fungal issues.
• Mulch heavily over winter to protect autumn-planted cloves from hard freezes.

• Carrot Rust Fly: Cover carrot beds with fine mesh netting immediately after sowing to prevent flies from laying eggs.

• Aphids: Spray spinach and garlic plants with a strong stream of water or an insecticidal soap solution to dislodge and kill aphids.

• Slugs & Snails: Use beer traps or copper tape barriers around spinach plants to deter slugs and snails.

Carrot

• Harvest when roots are at least 1/2 inch in diameter at the soil line, pulling gently when the soil is moist.
• Leaving carrots in the ground too long can make them woody and less flavorful.

Spinach

• Begin harvesting outer leaves when they are large enough to eat, allowing inner leaves to continue growing for a cut-and-come-again harvest.
• Harvest before plants bolt (send up a flower stalk) for the best flavor and texture.

Garlic

• Harvest when the bottom two or three leaves have turned yellow, but while most of the upper leaves are still green.
• Dig up bulbs carefully to avoid bruising and cure them in a warm, dry, shaded place for 2-4 weeks before storing.