If you’ve never tasted garden-fresh food, you’ll be amazed by the sweet, juicy flavors and vibrant textures. There’s absolutely nothing like fresh vegetables, especially if you grow them yourself. Most vegetables need 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. Some vegetables (mainly leafy greens) will tolerate some shade. If you have poorly drained soil where water pools, plant vegetables in a raised bed or raised bed for improved drainage. Wet soil means wet roots, which can lead to root rot. If you have rocky soil, till and remove rocks as they will interfere with root growth and create weaker plants.