I started a garden this past March with a very, very brown thumb. I was famous amongst my family and friends for my aptitude at killing houseplants. Nevertheless, I was determined to have a garden, and have a garden I did. Here are eight things I wish I had known when I was just starting out.
1. Get Creative with your Space
Do you have a beautiful lawn that gets full sun? Don’t be afraid to till it up and turn that gorgeous grass into a beautiful vegetable patch. Don’t have a yard? Vertical gardens are trending this year and I’ve seen several articles (like this one) with inspirational ideas that won’t take up any yard space. Container gardening is great for patios or balconies. If you don’t have any space of your own, look into community gardens, where you can share the fun with your neighbors.
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