1. What is Plant Spacing?

Plant spacing refers to the distance between plants in a garden or agricultural field. Proper spacing ensures each plant has adequate room to grow, access to nutrients, and proper air circulation.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the plant spacing formula:

Where:

• 100 — Conversion factor (100 cm in 1 meter)
• Plants per m² — The desired plant density per square meter

Explanation: The formula calculates the optimal distance between plants to achieve your desired planting density in centimeters.

3. Importance of Proper Plant Spacing

Details: Correct plant spacing prevents competition for resources, reduces disease risk, improves air circulation, and maximizes yield potential.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your desired plant density (plants per square meter). Common values range from 4-16 plants/m² for many crops, but this varies by plant type.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why is plant spacing important in Australia?
A: Australia's varied climate zones make proper spacing crucial for water efficiency and heat management in different regions.

Q2: How does spacing affect yield?
A: Too close reduces individual plant productivity, too far wastes space. Optimal spacing maximizes total yield per area.

Q3: Should spacing vary by plant type?
A: Yes, large plants need more space. Always check specific requirements for each crop variety.

Q4: How does this apply to raised beds?
A: The same principles apply, though you may adjust density slightly for intensive gardening methods.

Q5: What about companion planting?
A: Companion plants may require adjusted spacing. This calculator provides baseline spacing for single-species planting.