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what should I grow on my 6' x 10' North-facing deck?

I want a veggies & herbs, I have lots of pots and dirt. But I don't get a lot of direct sunlight. Now what?

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    I did a little research and came up with the following information I think will help you get started--

    From Horticulture magazine: I recommend reading “Grow Veggies Despite Small Space and Little Sun” http://www.hortmag.com/plants/fruits-veggies/smallspacevegetablegarden 

    From the Miller Library: “The following is a list of vegetables that can tolerate partial shade. While productions may be greater in the sun, these plants will produce an edible crop when grown in a shady location. (From The Old House Web: www.oldhouse.web.net)

    Veggetables: Arugula, Beans, Beets,Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Celery, Cress, Endive. Kale, Kohlrabi, Leeks, Parsnips, Peas, Potatoes, Radish, Rhubarb, Rutabagas, Salad Burnet, Sorrel, Spinach, Summer Squash, Turnips

    Herbs: Garlic, Angelica, Borage, Caraway, Chervil, Coriander, Parsley, Lemon Balm, Lovage Mint, Tarragon, Thyme

    Most of these plants do not grow in complete shade. Plants will need some morning, evening or filtered sun; a total of two to six hours of direct sun is the minimum.”

    Good luck and happy gardening!

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