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Vegetables can also be grown on a slope
Create a vegetable patch on a hillside
Creating and planting a vegetable patch on a hillside can be a bit of a challenge. But these beds are very attractive and have not only the pure useful and a high ornamental value.How to do this is explained in the following article.
The earthworks
Depending on whether your plot is along or across the slope of the slope, preparatory earthworks are required before planting the vegetable bed. If the slope is relatively steep, a slope stabilization is needed first. Concrete foundations or supporting elements provide the necessary support.
A terracing creates flat steps with a straight surface, which can be well planted. In addition, the risk of soil erosion is banned by this measure. Since this work is not easy to do, you should consult a specialist.
Depending on the angle of inclination additional stairs have to be pulled in, from which the paths branch off. Include the future irrigation in the planning, because heavy watering cans to carry up many stairs is extremely exhausting. The compost should also be easy to reach.
The plant of the vegetable bed
Here are some points to note that must not be considered in the "normal" vegetable patch:
Tips
The planting of vegetable beds on a slope is worthwhile only where sufficient sunshine is available. Vegetables need a lot of light to thrive and bring rich crops.