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Questions from a newbie gardener

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Hello all.  My name is Scott and I am new to the world of vegetable
gardening. I have a couple of questions I hope someone can answer 
for me:

Question #1...

Due to size limitations, I am planning on building 3'x3' boxes out
of 2"x12". I was considering: 

A) Waterproofing the wood to help make the wood last longer  
b) Lining any wood that touches the soil with plastic
C) Attaching a square of weed blocker fabric along the bottom
D) Purchasing some good soil from a local company since my soil is bad

Have I stepped beyond the realm of sanity and now I taking this a 
bit to far? Should I eliminate any of the things I am considering? 
Will the 3'x3' boxes affect anything other than how much I can plant
per box?


As for purchasing supplies (i.e. plants, seeds, etc), I live
in Sacramento, California. Anyone know some good suppliers around
Sacramento? Do you normally buy your supplies mail order? Any 
recommendations on mail order companies?

Finally, since this is my first try at this gardening gig I'm trying
to avoid any disasters. Which veggies have you found to be easy to
grow? 

That's all of my questions.... for now.  Any help will be appreciated.


Thanks again,
Scott


P.S. I read on the archives about people talking about Excel. If there
is anything I can assist with I will. I am a computer trainer and teach
things like Excel all of the time.


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