Rotating the plants (crops) on your farm enhances plant health and soil quality. To rotate your plantings, divide your garden into several sections and plant each section with a different family of plant. Next year, plant something from the next family. For instance, plant squash in section one the first year; the next year, plant peas there; next year, plant tomatoes; and well, you get the idea.
| Plant Family | Examples |
|---|---|
| Gourds | Squash, melons, zucchini, pumpkins, cucumbers |
| Legumes | Beans and peas |
| Nightshades | Eggplants, potatoes, peppers, and tomatoes |
| Carrots | Carrot, dill, parsnips, and parsley |
| Mustards | Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, mustard, radishes, and turnips |
| Beets | Beets, spinach, and chard |
| Onions | Onions, leeks, and garlic |