How to garden with ledge?
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Live in Maine. Cannot dig or till down much due to a lot of ledge. How can I make to most of a garden ? Do I need to built half up and if so how would that work for like corn or pumpkins?
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If you are referring g to a slope, yes you will have to build it up, however you say you cannot dig?https://awaytogarden.com/gardening-on-uneven-ground-leveling-raised-beds/
Container gardening would be a good choice
I would make raised beds to garden - particularly vegetable gardens. You should be looking at soil level of 10-12”. Do an internet search for square foot gardening...there is a ton of information on soil mixes, how much to plant for the yields you want, how to plant and when....
Container gardens are a great way to control your outdoor plants. Check out some of the great ideas on Hometalk-https://www.hometalk.com/search/posts?filter=Container%20Gardens%20in%20Garden&r=0
I have a friend who let tomatoes grow down over a steep slope instead of staking them and tying them up. Might work, if slope is not too tall.
Hens and chicks are great for rock gardens. Also, try different kinds of sedum.