| eHow of the Day  The secret to growing a productive organic vegetable garden is to prevent pest and disease problems before they start. Vegetables that belong to the same plant family, such as peppers and tomatoes, share diseases and pests. Growing vegetables from the same family in the same place year after year can result in the buildup of diseases or pests in the soil. So, a basic way to avoid disease and pest problems is to practice crop rotation. By planting your plants in a different spot each year, you deny overwintering diseases and pests quick access to their favorite host plants. Here's how to create a simple crop rotation plan for your garden.…keep reading More Like This New on eHow |  ADVERTISEMENT Follow Us   |
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