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I think the best approach for the community garden this spring is to focus on raised beds along the southern fence line where the sunlight is strongest. We measured the area last weekend and there is about forty feet of usable space that gets direct sun from mid-morning until late afternoon. If we build three beds that are four feet wide and eight feet long we can plant tomatoes peppers and basil in the first bed then cucumbers and squash in the second and then leafy greens and herbs in the third. The soil there drains well after rain and we already have a compost pile that should be ready by planting time. We will need to rent a tiller for the initial turning and then we can hand cultivate after that. I priced lumber at the supply store and cedar boards would run about two hundred dollars total but they will last several seasons without treatment. The neighborhood association agreed to split the cost with us so that should work out fine. I can coordinate the build day if you handle the seed ordering. Let me know what you think about the layout and whether you want to adjust the bed dimensions at all.

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I have been thinking about your question regarding how to keep basil plants producing through the whole summer. The key is to pinch off the top sets of leaves regularly once the plant has at least six true leaves. This forces the plant to branch out instead of trying to flower. If you let the flowers develop the leaves turn bitter and the plant puts all its energy into seed production. I usually harvest from the top down taking no more than one third of the plant at a time. You want to cut just above a pair of leaves so that two new stems emerge from that node. This method keeps the plant bushy and productive for months. Also make sure you water at the base rather than overhead because basil is prone to fungal issues on wet leaves. Morning watering works best so the foliage dries out during the day. If you notice any yellowing leaves just remove them promptly to keep the plant healthy. I have had good results with this approach and my plants usually produce until the first frost hits in late October.