Crop Rotation

Rotation of your crops

There is another thing to be considered in making each vegetable do its best, and that is crop rotation.

Here are the fundamental rules of crop rotation:

(1) Crops of the same vegetable, or vegetables of the same family (such as turnips and cabbage) should not follow each other

(2) Vegetables that feed near the surface, like corn, should follow deep-rooting crops

(3) Vines or leaf crops should follow root crops

(4) Quick-growing crops should follow those occupying the land all season

These are the principles which should determine the rotations. The best time is to plan the rotation when you plan for your garden.  Proper rotation of your crops can help to ensure a great harvest.