[header] How to prepare a garden plot [title] Pick a spot that fits the sunlight needs of your plants. [step] Vegetables and flowers usually require at least six hours of full, continuous sunlight a day to thrive. However, some plants prefer shade or little sun. 
Check the growing instructions for the plants you want to grow before you choose your spot. [substeps] If your plants need full sun, find a spot in your yard where there is a lot of direct sun for the majority of the day.