Growing system

Small yards

Use vertical space, succession planting, and disciplined crop selection.

Cutaway illustration of a practical small yards layout, including mature plant scale, root space, drainage, and access.

Strong first choices

Plants that fit the system

01Pole beans02Trellised cucumber03Herbs04Salad greens05Peppers06Cut-and-come-again flowers

Operating rules

What makes it work

  1. 1Prioritize crops you enjoy and harvest repeatedly.
  2. 2Track where structures cast shade.
  3. 3Use vertical support before vines need it.
  4. 4Keep paths wide enough to work comfortably.

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