Avoid taking on too much at one time with organic home gardening. Knowing how to start a home organic garden right the first time is the best way to ensure success.

Start Small

Edible Landscaping ” Plant your vegetable starts among your existing landscape.

Small Beds – A small area no larger than 10 x 10 feet is the easiest to care for.

Containers ” Plant starts in containers on your porch, balcony or around bushes.

Pick the Best Spot

Water ” A nearby water source is imperative. Struggling to get water to your plants when you are new to organic home gardening will make you want to quit fast.

Close to Your Kitchen – While this is not necessary, it sure is nice to step out of your kitchen to grab your own freshly grown produce.

Compost ” Having a compost pile at hand or at least a good wheel barrel will cut down on your labor.

Grow What You Want

When you are purchasing your produce at a store, pay close attention, these are what you want to grow in your organic garden.

Grow what is expensive ” Are there certain vegetables you love to eat, but are very expensive in the store? If the plants will work in your climate zone, try growing them yourself.

Play with variety ” With home gardening, you have the freedom to experiment with diverse types of your favorites.

Make It Easy for a Start

Use Plants versus Seeds – Seeds can create frustration for any beginner. To ensure your journey is enjoyable and easy, try using starter plants from your trusted local nursery.

Amend the Soil – Drainage is imperative for a successful organic garden. Using a mixture of peat moss, compost or other amendable products will ensure your soil is optimum for growing hardy plants. Soggy, clay will result in root rot and dry soil should be covered in at least two to four inches of mulch. The mulch promotes conserving moisture for your plants while defending against pesky weeds that steal water and nutrients from your precious plants. In addition, compacted soil deters plants from receiving the nutrients they need.

Use mulch ” Especially in dry hot weather, mulch will conserve water to your plants. A thick, 2 to 4 inches will discourage weeds that compete for water and nutrients.

Rhonda Abrons has been in love with organic gardening for many years. She loves to share her knowledge with fellow gardening enthusiast on Clivir.com where you can find her lessons about Organic Garden Pest Control and Organic Garden Design.


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