African American theme Garden

Steps to Planning a Theme Garden 1. Determine what type of theme garden you would like. In this case, we want an African American theme. 2. Determine the location and size of your garden. Select an area that receives at least six hours of full sunlight every day and is close to a water source. 3. Take a soil sample and send it to be analyzed with the help of your county Extension agent. 4. The shape of your garden may be a 4’x4’ square area or whatever fits into your landscape scheme! 5. Amend the soil according to soil test results. Using a tiller, work in a 3-inch layer of organic matter (peat moss, manure, rotted compost, etc.) to improve the soil structure. 6. Select plants from a list of recommended varieties. 7. Plant warm-season vegetables, such as tomatoes, peppers, eggplant & most herbs, after April 25th to avoid frost or freeze damage. 8. weekly basis throughout the growing season. 9. Enjoy your abundance of fresh vegetable and herbs. African-American culture is based on religious ceremonies, feasting, cooking and raising food. Many foods traditionally grown by people of color are high in nutrients, such as collard greens and other leafy green and yellow vegetables, legumes, beans, rice and potatoes. Cultural diversity is a important issue to many groups in the United States. Both food and culture play a major role in American nutrition. Spicy, Hot Salad 2 onions 2 radishes 2 large carrots 1 large tomato 1 small head lettuce 1 bunch fresh coriander, chopped Mix of mustard greens, spinach, collard & other tasty greens 1-2 hot chili peppers, chopped Salt & pepper to taste Grate onions, radishes and carrots and place in salad bowl. Add remaining ingredients and toss well. Add lemon juice to taste.