Never gardened before?No problem. Make your grow-you-own dreams a reality with these
Site it right.
Starting a garden is just like real estate it's all about location. Place your garden in a part of your yard where you'll see it regularly
Follow the sun.
Pay attention to how sunlight plays through your yard before choosing a spot for your garden.
Stay close to water.
One of the best gardening tips you'll ever get is to plan your new garden near a water source.
Start with great soil.
When starting a garden, one of the top pieces of advice is to invest in soil that is nutrient-rich and well-drained
Consider containers.
When space is at a premium, look to containers. You can grow many plants in pots, including vegetables.
Choose the right plants.
It's important to select plants that match your growing conditions.And to get a step up on success when growing veggies and herbs
Discover your zone
Knowing your "hardiness zone" can help you choose the best plants. Simply put, it describes the coldest place a plant can grow.
Learn your frost dates.
Planting too early or late in the season can spell disaster for your garden.
Add some mulch.
Apply a layer of mulch that's 2 to 3 inches deep around each plant. This will help reduce weeds by blocking out the sun
Feed plants regularly.
We've already talked about the importance of starting with great soil, but that soil works best in concert with regular boosts of high-quality nutrition for your plants.