Want to start a garden, but not sure where to begin? In this post I’ll cover the basics of gardening, and provide links to more detailed information so you can garden with confidence and have fun doing it. We'll take you from bed preparation through harvesting your homegrown vegetables, flowers and herbs. Nothing beats the flavor of fresh picked produce picked at the peak of ripeness! How to start a garden Decide what you’d like to grow Choose a location Plan your garden beds Invest in basic garden tools Test your soil Prepare the soil Choose the right seeds or transplants Plant with care Nurture your garden Enjoy your harvest! #1 – Decide What You’d Like to Grow in Your Home Garden Rule #1 – If you won’t eat a crop, don’t grow it in your vegetable garden. (I break this rule for flowers. Edible or not, I like to see at least a few in every garden.) Focus on the fruits, vegetables or herbs that your family enjoys the most.
Make sure your top choices make sense for your area. Figure out your gardening zone and estimated first and last frost dates. If possible, talk to successful gardeners in your area to find out which crops grow well and which don’t.
#2 – Choose a Location to Start Your Garden When you're starting a garden from scratch, it's the perfect time to pick out the best possible location.
