2. To understand
the basics of
vegetable
gardening
To identify factors
affecting successful
vegetable
gardening.
OBJECTIVES
To recognize
different types of
soil and climates
relevant to
gardening.
1 2 3
3. The Philippines has vast lands
for agriculture.
Agriculture is the cultivation of
the soil for raising crops and
the raising and breeding of
livestock.
Gardening is a type of
agricultural process where the
cultivation of plants is often
done in the backyard or a lot
near one’s home.
6. The type of soil
determines to a large
extent the highest
possible harvest and
the type of vegetables
that can be grown.
SOIL
7. Loam Soil-It is a combination of fine and coarse
particles.
1.
Sandy Loam Soil-it contains humus and nutrients.
2.
Silty Loam Soil-It has a finer and smoother
texture.
3.
Clay Loam Soil-It contains a large amount of very
fine particles.
4.
Sandy Soil-It is not recommended for planting.
5.
Clay Soil-It is difficult to dig when wet and hard
when dry.
6.
KINDS OF
SOIL:
12. - Wet and dry
- Covers May to
October
TYPE 1
CLIMATE
13. - No dry season
- Rains from November to
January
TYPE 2
CLIMATE
14. - had a short dry
season from
November to April
TYPE 3
CLIMATE
15. - No dry season
- Rains are more or less
evenly distributed all year
round.
TYPE 4
CLIMATE
16. ACTIVITY!
In your notebook, design
a mini vegetable garden
layout considering the
factors discussed (soil,
sunlight, water, climate).
17. ASSIGNMENT!
Research and create a
poster or presentation on
one of the climate types
in the Philippines,
focusing on its impact on
vegetable gardening.
18. PERFORMANCE
TASK!
Research and create a
poster or presentation on
one of the climate types
in the Philippines,
focusing on its impact on
vegetable gardening.
19. Quiz:
1. What is the primary purpose of agriculture?
a. Raising livestock
b. Cultivating soil for crops
c. Building homes
d. Fishing in the ocean
2. How does gardening differ from traditional agriculture?
a. Gardening involves raising livestock.
b. Gardening is done on vast lands.
c. Gardening is typically done near one's home.
d. Gardening focuses on fishing.
20. 3. Which factor significantly influences the highest possible harvest in
vegetable gardening?
a. Climate
b. Soil type
c. Water availability
d. Sunlight exposure
4. Which type of soil is NOT recommended for planting?
a. Loam Soil
b. Sandy Loam Soil
c. Sandy Soil
d. Clay Soil
21. 5. What role does sunshine play in vegetable gardening?
a. Maintaining soil moisture
b. Enhancing soil fertility
c. Stimulating photosynthesis
d. Preventing pest infestations
6. How does water contribute to the life of vegetables?
a. It supports plant structure.
b. It provides essential nutrients.
c. It helps in seed dispersal.
d. It controls temperature fluctuations.
22. 7. Which type of climate in the Philippines experiences a wet and dry
season from May to October?
a. Type 1 Climate
b. Type 2 Climate
c. Type 3 Climate
d. Type 4 Climate
8. During which months does the Philippines experience rains in Type 2
climate?
a. March to June
b. November to January
c. July to September
d. February to April
23. 9. Which climate type in the Philippines has a short dry season from
November to April?
a. Type 1 Climate
b. Type 2 Climate
c. Type 3 Climate
d. Type 4 Climate
10. In which type of climate in the Philippines are rains more or less
evenly distributed all year round?
a. Type 1 Climate
b. Type 2 Climate
c. Type 3 Climate
d. Type 4 Climate
24. ANSWERS:
1. B) Cultivating soil for crops
2. C) Gardening is typically done near one's home.
3. B) Soil type
4. C) Sandy Soil
5. C) Stimulating photosynthesis
6. B) It provides essential nutrients.
7. A) Type 1 Climate
8. B) November to January
9. C) Type 3 Climate
10. D) Type 4 Climate
