WHAT DOES VEGETABLE GARDEN MAINTENANCE MEAN?

I are in a "hollow" or cove about the aspect of a mountain in upstate NY. My daily light may be very limited, With all the sun becoming blocked a bit in the east, and in the afternoon, A great deal with the west, and trees, mostly tall oaks and pine trees that do not aid, the moment their canopies are entire. Over time I've moved my gardens close t