2026 is the year that I am going to start pouring into myself more. I will try new hobbies. One hobby that I am particularly interested in is gardening. I thought this would be the perfect time to share some gardening tips. If you’ve never gardened before, don’t fret. Just keep reading for all the deets.

popular gardening tips for beginners

Location: Place your garden in a part of your yard where you’ll see it regularly. This way, you’ll be much more likely to spend time in it.

Follow the sun: Pay attention to how the sunlight plays through your yard before choosing a spot for your garden. Most edible plants including many vegetables, herbs, and fruits need at least 6 hours of sun to thrive.

Stay close to water: Make sure you can run a hose to your garden site. The best way to tell if plants need watering is to push a finger an inch down into the soil. If it’s dry it’s time to water.

Start with great soil: When starting a garden, it is essential to invest in soil that is nutrient-rich and well-drained.

Consider containers: You can grow many plants in pots including vegetables, herbs, flowers, fruit, trees, berries, and shrubs.

Choose the right plants: It’s important to select plants that match your growing conditions. Do your homework and pick various plants that will grow well where you live and in the space you have.

Learn your frost dates: Planting too early or late in the season can damage your garden. Discover the average first and last frost dates for your area.

Add mulch: Apply a layer of mulch that’s 2 to 3 inches deep around each plant. This will help reduce weeds by blocking out the sun. It will also reduce moisture loss through evaporation. As a result, you have to water less.

Feed plants regularly: Soil works best with regular boosts of high-quality nutrition for your plants. So, a month after planting begin feeding your garden with plant food.

If you garden, please leave tips in the comments below.

–Chantel Keona