The Gardener Magazine

Mini plants and fast food

Relax, there are short cuts and instant gratification to be had. It’s not cheating, just a great place to start while honing your veggie growing skills. With experience, you too may become hooked on growing veggies from seed and discover the ‘miracle’ of watching seeds sprout.

5 Tips for Newbies

Go easy on yourself: You don’t have to feed the family just yet. Start small and with easy-to-grow veggies. Picking a few greens and herbs for a salad is a great way to begin.

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