Kitchen Garden Size

Size. A kitchen garden is relatively small, ranging from 20 to 200 square feet. Generally, a kitchen garden is designed inside of raised garden beds for a clean and distinct feel. But, a vegetable garden could be huge, requiring hundreds to thousands of square feet.

How big should a kitchen garden be?
What is a good size for a garden?
What is the best size for a vegetable garden?
How big should a garden be to feed one person?
How much food will 100 square feet grow?
How many tomato plants do I need for a family of 4?
How do I calculate the size of my garden?
What is the best size for a raised garden bed?
How many plants can you grow in a 4x4 raised bed?
How big should my first vegetable garden be?

How big should a kitchen garden be?

Generally speaking, 200 square feet of garden space per person in your family will allow for a harvest that feeds everyone year-round. So, for an average family of four, plan for an 800 square-foot garden—a plot that is 20 feet by 40 feet in size should do the trick.

What is a good size for a garden?

Start small, and only grow what you know you and your family will eat. If planting in the ground, a 10' x 10' garden (100 square feet) is a managable size. Pick 3 to 5 of your favorite vegetables and buy 3 to 5 plants of each one. If planting in a raised bed, a 4' x 4' or 4' x 8' is a good beginner size.

What is the best size for a vegetable garden?

So, how big should my vegetable garden size be? The garden size should be approximately 100 square feet per person you're trying to feed. Some variables may change this size for your specific situation, but as a general rule, the vegetable garden size should be 100 square feet per person you intend to feed.

How big should a garden be to feed one person?

ft. per person to grow enough vegetables and soft fruits for the growing season at intermediate yields. To grow all the food for one person's needs for the whole year requires, for most people, at least 4,000 square feet—though some diet designs are possible that can use a smaller area.

How much food will 100 square feet grow?

Most people seem to agree that for a conventional row garden (a row of corn, a row of lettuce, a row of tomatoes…) 100 square feet per person is needed for a fresh eating garden, and about 200 square feet per person if you want to can food for year round use.

How many tomato plants do I need for a family of 4?

Planting a vegetable garden for a family

Crop (number of plants per ft. of row)	Number of plants per person	Number of plants for a family of 4
Squash (1 plant/6 ft. of row)	1-2 plants	3 plants
Tomato (1 plant/2 ft. of row)	2-4 plants	4-6 plants
Zucchini (1 plant/3 ft. of row)	1-2 plants	4 plants

How do I calculate the size of my garden?

If you're lucky enough to have a square or rectangular lawn, measuring its area is simplicity itself. Measure the width and the length, and multiply the two together. This gives you your area. Whether you measure in feet, yards or metres, you can use our Turf Calculator to do the calculation for you.

What is the best size for a raised garden bed?

Optimum Size for Raised Beds

Aim for a minimum height of 6 inches (15cm), while up to a foot (30cm) is ideal for root crops. Make sure to leave enough space for access between beds. About two feet (60cm) wide is ideal.

How many plants can you grow in a 4x4 raised bed?

A 4-by-4-foot garden allows 16 squares for growing most types of plants.

How big should my first vegetable garden be?

A good size for a beginner's vegetable garden is 6x6 feet. Select up to five types of vegetables to grow, and plant a few of each type. You'll get plenty of fresh produce for your summer meals, and it will be easy to keep up with the chores.