planning the layout of a vegetable garden

A well laid out vegetable garden is easier to maintain, increases the yield and makes the best use of space. No matter how small or large your garden plot, your garden layout should allow you to access all your plants easily, provide both sun and shade, allow for companion planting and plant rotation. Though there are no hard and fast rules as to how you arrange your garden, there are some tried and true methods that will help you achieve a bountiful garden
A variety of factors must be considered when planning the layout of a vegetable garden including soil types, lighting, spacing and plant types. Different vegetables require different types of soil and add or absorb different nutrients from the soil so previous plant placement should be considered when first laying out a vegetable garden. How many of each type of vegetable should also be factored in when planning a layout