Make and use a marker

• Using a marker gives equal space to all plants, producing uniform healthy growth.
• One marker can be used for all intervals you will need.
• Tools & materials needed:
  • Tools
    1. Saw.
    2. Drill and ½ inch drill bit.
    3. Wood rasp.
    4. Tape measure.
  • Materials
    1. One 2″ X 2″ X 8’-long straight board.
    2. Eight feet of ½’ doweling rod.
    3. Water-proof glue.
  1. Cut doweling into 2½ inch pieces and sharpen one end with a knife or wood rasp.
  2. Drill holes ¾ inch deep every 6 inches on one side of the board.
  3. Drill holes every 7 inches on the opposite side of the same board.
  4. Glue dowel pieces into all holes, with pointed ends out.
• When planting seeds make marks in a shallow furrow and plant at marks.
• If you can’t get a drill and dowels, just drive long nails into the board every 6″ on one side and every 7″ on another side.
• For transplants drag marker across the bed, then dig holes with your hand or small spade just before planting.
• For 2 inch spacing dig a hole at the first mark, then 3 evenly spaced holes in 6 inches. Three inch spacing calls for 2 holes in 6 inches, etc.
• Make holes big enough to easily hold the plant roots and stem.