tips for starting a home garden
A woman planting and tending to a beginner-friendly vegetable garden in a raised wooden garden bed.
- Pick the right spot: Choose a location with plenty of sunlight (at least 6 hours a day), easy access to water, and good drainage .
- Start small: Begin with a manageable area or a few pots, especially if you're new to gardening .
- Use quality soil: Healthy soil is loose, well-drained, and rich in organic matter. Consider adding compost or using a sandy loam mix for vegetables , .
- Choose beginner-friendly plants: Leafy greens, tomatoes, herbs, and marigolds are great for starters .
- Water wisely: Keep soil moist but not soggy. Overwatering is a common beginner mistake .
- Mulch to conserve moisture: Mulching helps retain water and control weeds .
Learn gardening from YouTube channels
Learn by doing and making mistakes
Consult local resources or extension services
Use books for gardening advice
Yes, separate plants into individual pots
5 TIPS For BEGINNER Food Gardeners to Grow Veggies at Home
Self Sufficient Me
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3 years ago
“What you want to do is make it accessible and easy to work in, low friction. For me actually, in my raised bed garden at least, that means a tall raised bed—really helps me.”
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“The first mistake is making your bed too long or too wide. My favorite width for a bed is 4 feet wide, my favorite length is 8 feet long—a 4x8 bed is great for almost everybody.”
00:35Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners
Colorful icons for tools and plants featured in 'Beginner Gardening Step by Step'.
- Decide what to grow: Start with vegetables, herbs, or flowers that are easy to maintain and suited to your climate , .
- Test and prepare your soil: Loosen the soil, remove weeds, and mix in compost or organic matter to boost fertility .
- Plan your layout: Consider raised beds, containers, or traditional rows. Make sure plants have enough space to grow.
- Plant at the right time: Check local planting calendars or seed packets for the best times to plant each crop .
- Water regularly: Keep the soil evenly moist, especially during dry spells. Avoid watering leaves to prevent disease .
- Mulch and maintain: Add mulch to suppress weeds and retain moisture. Monitor for pests and trim as needed .
Spacing is crucial in gardening
Learn from gardening mistakes
Avoid planting invasive or prolific plants
Common mistakes I have made in my gardening journey, encouragement for new gardeners
Gardening mistakes I wish I knew when I first started - What are yours?
Start a Garden | Step-by-Step | Gardening Tips
THE PROLIFIC FAMILYSTEAD
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1 year ago
“Last spring we planted a full set of veggies and we just kind of went for it; we didn’t start out with information, we just picked the veggies we wanted to plant.”
00:41Budget-Friendly and Small Space Gardening
A cozy balcony garden featuring wooden decking, a lounge chair, and a variety of green plants.
- Use containers: Pots, window boxes, and hanging baskets are great for small spaces and easy to move.
- Choose compact or dwarf plant varieties: These thrive in limited space and often require less maintenance.
- Vertical gardening: Use trellises, shelves, or wall planters to maximize space.
- Repurpose materials: Old buckets, crates, or even shoes can become quirky planters .
Use vertical gardening techniques
Incorporate edible plants and herbs
Compost with alternative substrates
Use creative plant stands for space
How To Start A Balcony Container Garden! Balconia Garden
Balconia Garden
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1 year ago
“Start with easy-to-grow herbs like basil and mint; they thrive in small spaces and are perfect for beginners.”
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