Four Ways to Start a Garden

Establishing a traditional garden

First decide if you want a vegetable or flower garden. New gardeners should start with a small garden that can be managed easily. Choose an area in your yard that gets at least 6 hours of sunlight. Don’t be dissuaded if most of your yard is shaded, some types of plants grow well in less sunlight. Keep in mind that a garden will need watering, so make sure a water source is nearby. Before planting, you will need to clear the ground and add compost to the soil.

Gardens started from young plants are easier to grow than ones started from seed. However, some plants are not difficult to start from seeds, so check with your local gardening center for the best choices.

When selecting plants, get ones that will survive in your climate. Planting season varies by variety. You’ll need to research the best time to plant.

Starting a container vegetable garden

City dwellers or those without much green space may consider starting a vegetable garden in containers.

Vegetables can be successfully grown in baskets, pots, and window boxes to name a few. You could start this type of garden on a roof, patio, sidewalk, or any other small space that gets lots of sunlight. Vegetables need 6 to 8 hours of sunlight each day.

When choosing containers, make sure they are opaque to prevent the sun from damaging the roots. The size of the container depends on the vegetable. For instance, shallow-rooted plants like herbs and spinach only need 6 to 8 inches of soil and can be planted in small pots. On the other hand, larger plants like tomatoes need more space. Choose containers with drainage holes and a quality potting mix that drains well.

Most gardening centers have knowledgeable staff that can help you choose the right vegetables for the size containers your space can accommodate.

Enjoying flower container gardens

Like container vegetable gardens, flower container gardens are good for small spaces. You can plant flowers in containers to add color and cheer inside or outside your home. They are easy to move and don’t require much space. They need at least 6 hours of sunlight, quality potting mix, and containers with drainage. Although container gardens need daily watering, be careful not to overwater your plants. This is a common way to kill them.

Growing plants upside down

If your traditional garden is being destroyed by animals or bugs, try upside-down gardening. It’s become very popular, especially for growing peppers, tomatoes, and cucumbers. You can make your own planters out of buckets or other large containers, or you can purchase commercially-available ones. Upside-down planters take up less space than traditional gardening. You won’t have to worry about weeds or pests.



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