What to put where? Newbie help required!

[Caz1234]

We are in the process of setting up our first vegetable patch.

Were using raised beds and the sizes are as follows:

Bed A - 4 feet x 4 feet
Bed B - 5 feet x 5 feet
Bed C - 6 feet x 3 feet
Bed D - 8 feet x 3 feet

We are hoping to have it finished this weekend and want to grow the following:

Carrots, Potatoes, Lettuce, Radish, Onions, Spinach, Mung Beans and Pumpkins (which are currently in the greenhouse).

I wondered whether there is any method to planting veg - do certain vegetables do better with more room? or planted with other particular types of veg?

Any suggestions on what I should plant in which bed?

I also have a patch of mint and a chive plant that I want to put in to one of the raised beds and create a herb bed (I have parsley, corriander and basil in the greenhouse that I was going to put in the herb bed too).

Any ideas? I dont really know where to start !!

Thanks in advance.

Caroline

[jackie j]

Year One
Bed A Legumes
Bed B Brassicas
Bed C Root crops
Then in year two
Bed A Brassicas
Bed B Root crops
Bed C Legumes

[Two_Sheds]

As JackieJ suggests, but she mentions 3 beds, and you have 4. You need to do some kind of crop rotation (Google it if you're unsure).
This helps to avoid pest & disease buildups.
I have four beds too.
Bed A: beans & peas
B: brassicas
C: roots & spuds
D: onions & garlic

you may wish to devote a section of your biggest bed to permanent herbs (they need a sunny position)

[Caz1234]

Oh thanks guys that really helps a lot. I feel more organised now!

Very helpful indeed!