Planning a Simple Garden

After a long winter of being cooped up indoors, you’re probably feeling the urge to finally get outside and enjoy the weather. You’ve probably already seen the bulbs, seeds and colorful flowerpots begin to appear on the store shelves, so what could be a better way to celebrate spring than to start your own garden?

It’s a great hobby for young and old alike, and no, you don’t have to have a proverbial green thumb to be successful. What you do need to do is give your future garden some thought and do a little planning before your trusty spade or shovel ever hits the ground. 

The three basic considerations for your project are what kind of garden you want, how much space you have and what kind of soil you have to work with. The answers to these questions will help shed some light on an even more important consideration; how much time and money you’ll need.

Here is a basic garden guide to get you started. If you’re short on space, try this guide for tiny gardens. If you’re dealing with poor soil, here are some natural ways to recondition it so it’s suitable for gardening. 

Gardening really is a great hobby. It gets you outside in the fresh air and sunshine. It can give your house some extra curb appeal, and with a little planning, you can do as much or as little as you like. Few things beat the satisfaction of being surrounded by growing things in the spring. If this hobby sounds like the thing for you, then check our guides and grab your shovel. The only thing you have to fear is a little dirt underneath your fingernails.