NEW HERE? START SMALL.
Your first garden
can start with one pot.
You don’t need a backyard or a perfect plan. Begin with your light, a crop you like to eat, and a container you can comfortably care for.
Three decisions.
One good beginning.
Before buying plants, look at your space. How much direct sun reaches it? Where will excess water go? Can you reach each pot easily?
Find your first cropGet to know your light
Observe your spot in the morning, midday, and afternoon. Bright shade is different from direct sunshine.
Choose a manageable crop
Match the plant to the light and season. A pot of herbs or leafy greens can be a useful first project.
Build a tiny routine
Check moisture, look under leaves, and make a short note. Observation beats a rigid watering calendar.
Getting startedYour first container garden: start with three simple decisions
A practical first-garden plan that begins with your sunlight, your space, and something you actually like to eat.
Getting startedWhat size pot does your vegetable plant need?
Use mature plant size, root space, container depth, and everyday care to choose a pot that makes sense.
Getting startedHow much sun does your balcony really get?
Make a simple light map before choosing vegetables or herbs for a balcony, patio, or small courtyard.
Keep your plan close.
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