Darn it, John...I can't answer most of those, because my choice is not included! For instance;

#1 I have a combination of sfg, intensive and traditional in raised beds with sides and raised beds with no sides. I find certain crops adapt well in one and not so well in another, so I require a combination of methods.

#2 Much longer than 10 years.

#3 In some beds I use 100% compost, some have compost mixed with traditional soil, and some have peat moss added. Ideally, I layer shredded leaves and manure in the fall and let it compost itself.

#4 Not sure what you mean by "till". I don't get out my tiller, but I do use a spading fork to turn the soil over before raking it smooth and planting.

#5 That one I can answer. I do occasionally use synthetic fertilizers for extra nitrogen to aid in the decomposition of the leaves I like to add in the fall. So my answer is both.

#6 I usually irrigate with timers, but keep an eye out for under/over watering and make adjustments accordingly. This means sometimes diverting the automatic sprinklers away from areas of the garden and watering them manually.

#7 That one is difficult....compared to what. I don't know anyone who plants exactly the same amount of seeds in the exact square footage as I do. I guess I'd have to say I get an above average yield for the area I have planted.

You didn't think I was going to make it easy for you to have a gardening survey, did you? You know me better than that!

Granny

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I just pray that people are not expecting an in-depth analysis of the data.

John

Here is a link that might be useful: Johns Journal

John, you'd better be prepared to stay down on your knees for a loooooong time.

;-)

Granny

Here is a link that might be useful: Annie's Kitchen Garden

Granny, I posted the identical post here as on four different forums. All I said was, I would post a summary of the data. I will do that but then just stand back and watch the fun begin.;o)

John

Here is a link that might be useful: Johns Journal