10 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Starting a New Vegetable Garden

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[@JoRiver11]

My suggestion is don't plant 17 tomato plants for two people! Haha! We were processing tomatoes every two days.

[@GrowVeg]

It's a nice 'problem' to have though!

[@japanwithMaikin]

I would still love it and to share with neighbors, god bless

[@codchemistryclub4358]

I read this advice too late....

[@JoRiver11]

@@codchemistryclub4358 Haha! I ended up just rinsing lots of them and freezing them whole in zip freezer bags, quick and easy. Then they can be used in place of fresh tomatoes for cooked recipes all winter :) Or canned later on when the weather cools.

[@JoRiver11]

@@GrowVeg It really is! I did a couple of heirloom varieties and they were very robust and productive. I know one was Chadwick Cherry, and off-hand I can't remember the other one... it was a nice medium sized (and very flavourful) tomato that exactly made one toasted tomato sandwich! Which is exactly why I chose that variety - one tomato was the perfect size for one serving.

[@evelynallen6966]

Our local Community House has a harvest table. You bring along any excess produce, or seeds etc and swap for something else. Everything is free. It stops food waste and builds Community.

[@GrowVeg]

What a great idea.

[@donaldmulcare1498]

Spend a bright day checking sunlight at potential planting sites, on an hourly basis. Record hourly results in a table. From this, you can measure the hours of full sun and sow plants accordingly.

[@lilmisspeace]

Do this throughout the year so you know if a position is suitable for the whole year or only certain seasons 🖒😃

[@karenrutledge6658]

Thanks so much!

[@inhalefarts]

Don't sweat the failures. Every opportunity you have to troubleshoot a new problem is a unique part of the growth experience that is very valuable to becoming the type of person who is adept at troubleshooting issues in the garden and becoming a truly sage type of gardener. The "what not to do"''s, are just as important as the "what to do's'.

[@TheWendable]

inhalefarts You apply this attitude to your life don’t you? I bet you’re well balanced and intelligent because of it. Optimistic and realistic without the drama..someone I'd want on my team if you know what I mean! Really encouraging comment! 🙂

[@GrowVeg]

Too right!

[@cararoby1947]

My best advice would be... bird feeding stations and watering features...I know it sounds wrong but it is so right...they work for me and I show them my appreciation...never have pest problems and they get on very well with the pollinators...I also have a bee and butterfly bath...Cara in Indiana

[@misscandicern]

Explain please. Lol. I plan on doing a veg garden this spring\summer and i would like to be successful

[@jenk2494]

@@misscandicern By encouraging birds into your garden, they'll also eat your pests. The so wrong but so right bit is that birds will also eat berries and some seedlings ( I have to defend peas fiercely in mine :) But i'm with the lady above..encourage all wildlife and you'll have a much healthier space. Good luck with your garden. Watching tiny seeds grow into food, astounds me every year!

[@hpjk772]

@@jenk2494 Birds will leave many fruit alone if you offer them water. Sometimes they eat tomatoes just out of thirst. Not sure about peas.

[@GardenMinistry.]

@@hpjk772 Right! I had no idea, the birds stole my cherry tomatoes in summer cause they were thirsty. This coming year I'll leave a bird bath out for them. (Just hope it doesn't encourage mosquitos)

[@nikkitobin8356]

Wish i could do this ... But i have cats

[@seth2854]

Just get started and don't be afraid to fail, that is my tip. xD

[@kaywiththevibes]

Seth Thank you! I needed to here this! I started overthinking already with all this information.🤣

[@ednorris3665]

Green fingers? Yes please! Gardening is my dream, and I plant lots of trees. For family and friends we are a dream. Thanks Ed.

[@lugnutt66]

It'll all rot eventually rather you play with it or not. But if you do it right it'll go faster and make good soil

[@botanicaltreasures2408]

Great advice! Be sure to add companion plants-flowers that are friends with vegetables like marigolds which attract pollinators 🐝 while they repel pests. 🌼

[@kaywiththevibes]

Botanical Treasures Thank you for this advice!!!❤️

[@emilytrewin7075]

would you plant marigolds right next to the vegetables that you are growing ?

[@botanicaltreasures2408]

Emily Trewin Yes, marigolds are non-toxic to people so they are safe to grow right next to your vegetables. I usually ring them around tomato plants. Besides repelling pest marigolds also attract pollinators like bumblebees which can buzz pollinate your tomato flowers. 🍅🍅🍅

[@JoRiver11]

I did borage (bees love it) near my squash to ensure that they were getting pollenated. Bonus, I used the borage leaves in cooking and smoothies.

[@botanicaltreasures2408]

@@JoRiver11 If I remember correctly, borage and forget-me-nots are related. A non-poisonous plant with blue flowers. Hard to beat!

[@Dangerous0Fairy]

I planted half of my balcony at once and now i'm overwhelmed 🤣

[@lydialives120]

I swear this guy has never been grumpy in his life. Must be the gardening!

[@fannybuster]

He is a power pooper, He keep his bowels open every day..

[@GrowVeg]

Gardeners are generally happier people, but I must be honest and say I have my fair share of grumpy days!

[@SouthAfricaKnowsBest]

until he hits the SM dungeon that it lmao

[@leonard8766]

Lydia Lives 🤣🤷🏼‍♂️

[@nickfromyuma1691]

@Lydia Lives hahaha That comment made my day

[@vmcshannon]

My tip is keep it simple and only grow what you will eat.

[@preciousmetalhead5155]

Don’t forget to grow what you smoke too. 🌱🌱🤪

[@NarniaTheMC]

The Old Bil will not be happy about it!

[@annalieff-saxby568]

@@preciousmetalhead5155 Just FYI, it's possible to graft a hop scion to a cannabis stock. This avoids theft, means law enforcement have to understand and check grafts, and opens up the possibility of psychoactive beer!

[@andreathenotsoterrible2939]

@@annalieff-saxby568 Thanks for the tip! Always excited to learn...

[@smack_dab]

@@preciousmetalhead5155 well said

[@RCPrepping]

Great information. I started growing food seven years ago. I wish I had seen a video like this back then. I live in zone 9b, central Florida, USA. I am blessed to be able to garden 365 days a year.

[@girlservinggod]

Roland Close Central CA, zone 9b too, so blessed to be able to grow so much all year!!! I’m trying to start my March veggies under cups where they will stay, exciting!

[@rayodelsol80]

Ashley Wright Same! Central CA is the best place for growing! I had a random sunflower that started growing in October and I didn’t think it would make it through winter and it just bloomed lol. I got a little frost damage on the leaves but it didn’t stop it, the flower wasn’t the most perfect but it survived!

[@GrowVeg]

An all-year growing season is a blessing indeed Roland! Glad you are making the most of it though.

[@andreathenotsoterrible2939]

Florida 8b checking in. Still a newbie and still having a lot of failures (Florida can be so tricky due to weather and pests) but I keep on keeping on!

[@SoCalBenner]

@Maevna I find the lack of a hard frost in 10b to be an issue. Nothing to kill off the insect pressure. Would be nice to be able to grow stone fruits.

[@theclosetmusician1945]

My tip is don't overdo it the first year. Start small and work your way up.

[@paulk5311]

sound advice. my dad seemed to always have a garden and i would help him in it. well came a time i wanted to grow my own and started that first year with some tomatoes and peppers. the amount we were getting from my dad's garden was just not enough for my family so i wanted to grow my own. the next year i added some okra, beans and peas. now i have a lot more selection but had i started with all those at the beginning i might have gotten overwhelmed and given up.

[@agatagorecka1654]

I would also recommend to start with quick growers like radishes, lettuce, spinach and herbs, but even more importantly grow what you really like to eat. It would give even most satisfaction. For me growing and then composting are wonderful adventures even though I had some fails on the way. Good luck everybody!

[@tonjan06790]

Unless your one of 'those'(me)..who prefers the pain and unforgettable regret of learning from our(my) mistakes. 😊

[@marywatkins9438]

Great advice!

[@WilliamMathieson]

Great advice.

[@nancytabor8302]

Thank you for these reminders that every year I am a new gardener!

[@dodopson3211]

For tip #7 I'd like to add: know what you planted when weeding, when I was a kid my mum once weeded out all the leeks thinking they were grass (in very neat rows ).

[@juanonered112]

OOOOOOOOOOOOF

[@nikkitobin8356]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Zizzyyzz]

Whoops!

[@ler5299]

@@neuteringcatsiswrong.1929 I dunno, potato leek soup is pretty good.

[@Look.Upward]

Hi there, If you are one that utilises soil for plants, i would recommend to opt for organic, vegan and peat-free compost, as well as organic liquid feed that does not contain sea weed due to radiation in the seas, i believe. Please have a look at this video that i believe will be of great help kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJzPk2hvi5p2m68 Hydroponic wise, i would encourage to have a look at this video as i believe it will be helpful kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqPSiH-DdpqNbac Please Note: * Food shortage will lead to a civil war in America * Climate change will lead to Sun-day laws GOD Bless 💙💙💙

[@MyChilepepper]

Very good advice. I once drove pass a sign selling 6 tomato seedlings for 20p and I bought 5. We had a good bumper crop of 30 humongous tomato plants that’s crowding our yard. Never again.

[@smashedcandle]

I just started off my radishes! Good luck with your crop everyone!

[@weeannie495]

Thank you. I’m just about to start my garden. My dad is a very good gardener. He gave me a tip. If you have a greenhouse burn a plastic bag on the middle of the floor close the door and leave it it will kill all insects and no nasty chemicals needed.

[@markpnw8745]

I try to grow one new vegetable each year that I have never eaten just for the fun of it. You never know you may like it.

[@carolrayfield2275]

Mark Ridgewood me too ☺️

[@grash4435]

And me too

[@dennismitchell5276]

I wish I had your discipline. I’m a sucker for all the weird stuff seed companies come up with. Pine berries, peanuts, hardy oranges, every weird colored vegetable, mushrooms, herbs I can’t get to sprout, grains...I might need a 12 step program for gardeners. Oh and to top it all off I have a brown thumb!

[@mareamiller6957]

Lol, and ONLY one. Or at least... only one per category... cause my garden can be taken over by wierd produce very easily.

[@anthonymassara8327]

I've gardened my whole life, and one tip I would give newbies is to grow what you think actually tastes better from the garden. To me, tomatoes definitely do, but how much different does pumpkin or garlic taste compared to store-bought? Not much. So save that space for the ones that do. (But experiment--I grew broccoli in the garden for a while until I realized that it tends to be too green and limp for me compared to store-bought.)

[@GrowVeg]

Good advice Anthony, thank you.

[@mazdarex7]

Tony, agree. Except my newfound garlic tastes excellent.

[@mareamiller6957]

Agree! Most of my vegetables are the things more expensive to buy... except peas. There is nothing on the planet I love more than fresh peas in the garden.

[@dawnjohnson8739]

Romaine lettuce is absolutely fantastic grown at home. Can’t even begin to compare to store-bought.

[@leaelizabeth23]

So far ive found everything grown in the home garden tastes better than store bought. 😅 lettuce, kale, garlic, onion, tomato, popcorn/corn, squash, cucumber, cabbage, broccoli, brussel sprouts, blueberries, raspberries, etc, etc. 😂 it all is so good fresh picked and cooked or eaten fresh.

[@colettephilcox231]

Tip - always make sure u know ur last frost date as well as ur gardening zone. For example I am located in northern Toronto/Markham/pickering Ontario Canada my zone is 5B where is south Toronto is zone 5A. As well don’t go gun ho at the start if your new u will become overwhelmed quickly. Also I find raised beds are great for growing in as you can add old windows to the top to make a cold frame or make a hope house/tunnel on top to extend your growing season as well as the soil seems to warm up faster then your traditional on the ground rows. This is what I will be adding this year as well as one of my dads buddy’s (96 yrs old ) gave me a bunch of half barrels the plastic type food grade I’ll be growing stuff in them as well. I hope this helps and enjoy the fruits of your labour.

[@flowergrowersmith449]

My big lesson from last year - BE PATIENT! Do not put out vegie seedlings till WELL into spring. My tomato seedlings were checked and checked and checked by cold days and nights. I ended up with a miserable crop. Don't be tempted people!!

[@GrowVeg]

Very true! It always pays to err on the side of caution and hold back a little. Seedlings very quickly catch up.

[@paulk5311]

every time i try to rush thinks the weather throws me a curve. as much as i want tomatoes before june here in west tn it just has not worked out. i set out early girls most years and get ripe tomatoes usually by mid june and sometimes early june. the past few years i been trying to get some in may but so far no luck. last year i set them out late march because the temps had been nice and warm. (april 15th is generally regarded around here as the earliest to avoid frost.) wouldn't you know it as soon as i set out a 6 pack the weather turned cool and damp. a few nights i had to cover them as we got frost. needless to say because of the cooler than normal temps those early sets were slow to get going.

[@lilmisspeace]

I have a tiny greenhouse and some great windowsills that catch sun at the beginning of spring. I would suggest utilising those sort of spaces if you are like me and just can't help yourself but plant 🌱SOMETHING🌱 I did that this year and got a very strong tomato plant that is about a months growth ahead of the rest 😍

[@lucybarnard3954]

As a newbie I’d suggest drawing up a plan of where and what you’ll plant, where any structures like sheds or greenhouses or compost bins will go first, these will be the hardest to change around. A plan is a good idea so you don’t get more than you have space for, remember small plants grow! This was a rookie mistake I made with plants in my garden I then had to dig things up and move them! Don’t get discouraged if thing’s especially seeds don’t work, try again even experienced gardeners will have some problems maybe a hard frost or extreme heat. Keep an eye on your local weather so you can protect plants accordingly. Enjoy the experience ❤

[@GrowVeg]

Great advice Lucy. More on garden planning here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rIucoKmZrsubaNU

[@bruizey7319]

My tip is love your soil (not like that - you will get arrested!) Your soil determines so much as far as plant growth and health, flavour, health benefits etc There are heaps of you tube vids about soil preparation and encouraging soil life. Look after your soil and the plants will look after themselves.

[@ChillyHobgoblin]

Would you get arrested, though? If only the Criminal Code included abuse of dirt... means illegal to abuse earth....Global Warming fixed, boom 😎

[@vaxxyourass3436]

🙈🤣🤣

[@minawalker249]

I am back to gardening after many years away from it. I am planning a 30' x 50' garden this year. Googled garden planner and found your site. Love everything about it, started with the free 7 day and the 7 daily videos with it were great, helped to refresh my memory. The garden planner is a god send; designed my layout, printed it and took it with me to shop. I have also subscribed to the KZbin channel, all the tips are making me proceed with confidence. Thanks for being a great resource and happy growing 🙂

[@GrowVeg]

So pleased you're finding it all useful Mina - thanks for your support. :-)

[@theressomelovelyfilthdownh4329]

Hope your garden did well for you last year, and that it does even better this year.

[@lugnutt66]

Compost Pile. Just make a pile. No cage no box no special pallet wood 3 part system. Just make a pile. Turn it with a pitch fork. When you add grass clippings or anything green, pull everything back into a bowl shape. Add some green and push old compost on top. Layer it. Add worms. Red Wigglers. Go to a bait store or dig around for them. They'll be much happier in your compost🙂

[@GrowVeg]

Yes very true - there's never a need to overcomplicate compost making.

[@kirbinthekrab]

I am so excited to finally start a garden! The gardening tool looks like exactly what I need!

[@gloriapauls4493]

I love watching gardening videos. I always pick up something from them as I did with this one. When I transplant anything, I fill the hole with water, let it drain into the soil,, then put the transplant in, cover it and water from above.

[@GrowVeg]

Great way to get them off to a strong start.

[@bigneiltoo]

If you buy dried coconut coir you can leave them in a 10 gallon canvas bag with another inverted on top and place them in a puddle of rainwater. They will absorb all the water they need through the canvas.

[@MarlenesHomeandGarden]

Patience and attentiveness will make your gardening experience so much better. Happy Gardening.

[@maxxnerfs7791]

I just started composting I’m doing it to grow veggies and fruit in my yard thank you!

[@jeas4980]

I really cannot say enough good things about your garden planner. I LOVE IT! Makes life so much easier!

[@GrowVeg]

Ah, thanks Jeannette, we really appreciate that.

[@janetwilliams2835]

The garden planner? It's too complicated for me. I can't work it out. : (

[@hoodat_]

Just the tip... If growing tomatoes from seed give lots of light and once they are seedlings lower the temperature and add a low power fan. To avoid stringy weak stems.

[@Look.Upward]

Hi there, If you are one that utilises soil for plants, i would recommend to opt for organic, vegan and peat-free compost, as well as organic liquid feed that does not contain sea weed due to radiation in the seas, i believe. Please have a look at this video that i believe will be of great help kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJzPk2hvi5p2m68 Hydroponic wise, i would encourage to have a look at this video as i believe it will be helpful kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqPSiH-DdpqNbac Please Note: * Food shortage will lead to a civil war in America * Climate change will lead to Sun-day laws GOD Bless 💙💙💙

[@rhyfelwrDuw]

Thinking of growing my own fruit and veg! My granddad used to grow his own veg and when my family visited, it was great getting fresh veg for dinner!

[@GrowVeg]

Give it a try Carrie. It's so intensely satisfying.

[@neverlostforwords]

Three tips: First, vegetables in the garden should be monitored daily. Imagine if you had a baby at home and did not check daily if he/she was hungry, thirsty, comfortable, etc. Perhaps some people can manage without daily monitoring of vegetables however they are highly experienced and have all the right conditions and materials going like clockwork. :) Second, the soil should be free draining but retain some water. Getting the right mix of materials to achieve this balance in your veg garden soil can be tricky but practice makes perfect. Third tip is to have plenty of bamboo canes and covers of various kinds (check the garden centres) to protect your growing vegetables from pests, winds, hail, rain, scorching sun, etc. When you see a need, put in some canes around the vegetables at risk and drape the covers over the canes to protect your plants. Peg the covers to the canes with clothes pegs. Have huge bins to store all thoes canes and covers until you need them.

[@mrstefansgreens]

Yes spring is just around the corner!

[@WritersOnTheWall]

I feel like every year is a new garden

[@GrowVeg]

I get that feeling too!

[@WritersOnTheWall]

@@GrowVegoooh! a reply from a celebrity!

[@lully381]

I have been gardening for about 40 years now, I am not a great gardener but I persevere and if I have several unsuccessful attempts at something I simply realise it is probably never going to grow in my garden and I move on to something else. Geoff Hamilton was my first inspiration as he was always saying that even he made mistakes and you never stop learning as you said also in this video. I love trying new things and new plants and growing faves like runner beans each year. I have a fairly new garden now having moved to Somerset 4 years ago, I now have a raised bed garden so it is all new again and a slightly different way of gardening so once again I am back to square one which is rather very exciting. Starting off small as Breanna below advised is good advice I didn't have too much time last year to get much planting done and this year I am reaping the benefits of that as there is no over crowding (my usual mistake) and things have had room to grow and all come back this year. I now know what space I have to further my planting. I am pleased have found this channel and shall be tuning in on a regular basis for tips and advice. Thank you GrowVeg

[@GrowVeg]

Geoff Hamilton was my original horticultural hero too - such a genuine fellow and a wealth of knowledge. Good luck with your garden and keep on watching - it's great to have you join us.

[@VegetableGrowingForBeginners]

A good watch.......yes, I’ve been gardening(ornamental and vegetable) for many many years but it’s great to see other’s takes on it.

[@captmkg]

I didn't know about the difference between watering a little each day versus heavily on one day from tip #6. Thank you!

[@judyhowell7075]

captmkg too much water may rot seeds

[@captmkg]

@@judyhowell7075 Thank you. I'll keep that in mind, as I also have a meter to see the amount of water, I just didn't know that behavior on the plants.

[@briandaniels7493]

I'm just starting out, I mean JUST starting out. I'm building 3 beds (my first ever) in my backyard this weekend and seeds for leaf lettuce, carrots and broccoli are on the way to be planted as soon as they arrive. Wish me luck!

[@GrowVeg]

Very best of luck to you Brian - you'll smash it I'm sure!

[@o0Avalon0o]

I appreciate the concise, educational video! I'm not the best student, but you're advice really helped me in my first garden.

[@stephaniethompson7995]

Well done, thank you for sharing

[@mimiantonetti3243]

Gave up sowing in the ground...our soil is rife with clay. Have done straw bale gardening for over 5 years now and the crops are amazing! Bonus is little to no weeding and crops are higher up to pick so no bending over!

[@doveoo5]

Have heard/seen this term used enthusiastically several times. I definitely need to look into it. (my yard is very WET) any references you may share? TIA!

[@mimiantonetti3243]

@@doveoo5 Joel Karsten wrote the ultimate guide to Straw Bale Gardening. If you are on FB there is a few groups on there dedicated to just that. Good luck!

[@jeas4980]

So true! So easy and terrific yield. Though at $7 per bale...50 bales...I just cannot do it anymore. I can't justify the expense of it. Though it's given me beautiful soil to work. And I still buy a few bales for squash every season (incase the squash bugs and borers get invasive... then I just torch them).

[@djssquibbs3295]

I've been living in the tropics for almost twenty-two years now so I have fruit growing of course papayas and bananas. But this is the first time I'm really trying to grow vegetables seriously it's an adventure. I've grown squash but the other ones are a little bit more difficult to grow

[@Look.Upward]

Hi there, If you are one that utilises soil for plants, i would recommend to opt for organic, vegan and peat-free compost, as well as organic liquid feed that does not contain sea weed due to radiation in the seas, i believe. Please have a look at this video that i believe will be of great help kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJzPk2hvi5p2m68 Hydroponic wise, i would encourage to have a look at this video as i believe it will be helpful kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqPSiH-DdpqNbac Please Note: * Food shortage will lead to a civil war in America * Climate change will lead to Sun-day laws GOD Bless 💙💙💙

[@judyhowell7075]

Starting all my tomatoes and flower seeds inside this year for cost savings

[@xSunshinex4206]

There are two more things I wish I'd known before starting a vegetable garden🐝🌻 1. How highly addicting it is 2. How easy it is to become a seedaholic Considering the big rewards and the wellbeing during the process, then I would say I would gladly have these addictions. They are welcome at any day, and every day of my life 🐞

[@GrowVeg]

You’re a true gardener! 🍀🌻

[@batmanisthebest]

That garden designer app is so fun and informative!

[@starbelleevents5787]

Anthony Goertz wats. It called

[@isatoro77]

My tip is have fun, get children to help you so you make this a great learning experience and plant companion plants to help the plants you want to eat when you grow them! Thanks for the advice love your channel:)

[@Look.Upward]

Hi there, If you are one that utilises soil for plants, i would recommend to opt for organic, vegan and peat-free compost, as well as organic liquid feed that does not contain sea weed due to radiation in the seas, i believe. Please have a look at this video that i believe will be of great help kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJzPk2hvi5p2m68 Hydroponic wise, i would encourage to have a look at this video as i believe it will be helpful kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqPSiH-DdpqNbac Please Note: * Food shortage will lead to a civil war in America * Climate change will lead to Sun-day laws GOD Bless 💙💙💙

[@stevecookson3201]

Excellent Channel - I have been a Mel Bartholomew deciple for 30 years because I had little space for a traditional garden. Square foot raised bed gardens have been a sucessful method i have used for years

[@Look.Upward]

Hi there, If you are one that grows indoor plants, i would recommend to opt for organic, vegan and peat-free compost, as well as organic liquid feed that does not contain sea weed due to radiation in the seas, i believe. Please have a look at this video that i believe will be of great help kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJzPk2hvi5p2m68 Hydroponic wise, i would encourage to have a look at this video as i believe it will be helpful kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqPSiH-DdpqNbac Please Note: * Food shortage will lead to a civil war in America * Climate change will lead to Sun-day laws GOD Bless 💙💙💙

[@reillygrimley9542]

I've had tremendous success with the three sisters method, and other similar methods of dispersed group plantings. The hardest thing is to get the timing right, but with a little practice it can be super beneficial.

[@vaxxyourass3436]

Would you mind telling me how you do this?

[@miriama5463]

Hello, enjoying all your videos and find them helpful. Thank you 🌻

[@nealgrey6485]

When I was an apprentice gardener, my boss started his 4th of July tomatoes February 20. Of course, as time goes by the tomatoes have to be transplanted to larger and larger pots. After they flower, each day just before lunch, I gave each tomato plant a good shake. This is so the self-pollinating plants will self-pollinate. Yes we had 4th of July tomatoes, but those poor plants were ‘spent’!

[@Maryvillegas0722]

Plants make me happy ☺☺

[@GrowVeg]

Be happy! Gardeners can't help but be happy. :-)

[@typolive8663]

Great video! Thank you so much for posting. We’re looking forward to watching more🙂

[@brittanylidie3165]

You are a complete joy to watch. I can get information and smile at the same time😄

[@GrowVeg]

Thanks so much for that - and thanks for watching!

[@Country-Gal-at-Heart]

Great hints and tips for a newbie here lol. Thank you for sharing 🌱

[@momof2momof2]

Just today I got a mature tomato plant for patios and a sweet pepper plant. I also want to grow green onions too

[@obviouslytwo4u]

My tip is grow as much as you can on in as little space as possible as you will have loss of food due to birds and pests. If you start off small you have less to lose and will probably end up with nothing and you will probably not do it next year as you think it is a waste of time

[@haikufarm]

My tip: ask for help finding people and gardening organizations at your public library. My library now has a "seed library" housed in a vintage card catalog, and visitors can take or share their seeds--a great resource.

[@GrowVeg]

Great tip! :-)

[@GNeis7345]

I am glad I found this video. Thank You for sharing !

[@kaywiththevibes]

Thank you for sharing these tips!❤️

[@denisebrady6858]

Great advice for a newbie Thanks Cheers Denise - Brisbane Australia

[@theoldhobbit3640]

We have a postage stamp of a garden, seriously I don't exaggerate, so we have decided to put in two or if possible 3 (6' x 3') raised beds and 2 (4' x 1') to see how we get along for our first year. We already have 3 veg-trugs on the patio and will be introducing fruit that we can grow vertically on the walls and in hanging baskets. We wont be defeated :)

[@neverlostforwords]

Way to go, Gary! We have several raised beds and one veg trug. Each year we add another one. This summer (we are in Australia) we added a 1 * 2 * .3 metre timber bed on a corner of the back lawn, with woven shade cloth as a base to stop the lawn growing up into the soil but provide drainage. We have four zucchini plants and a few cucumber plants going nuts in there at the moment. We also recently added an apple tree, espaliered. You can see it on my channel. We haven't fruited it yet as we wanted to get the frame established against the fence. I've pruned it recently into the espalier shape. It seems reasonably easy to create the espalier shape - easier than I had thought. I am growing some things in containers. Tomatoes actually do very well in containers and the containers can be moved around to suit the weather.

[@bruizey7319]

Another Aussie here - I have a tiny yard and tall, nearby colourbond fences (kind of like a granny flat) My advice is grow vertically! lots of training and trellis support to get them in better light and make efficient use of space.

[@saffrondominic4585]

Thank you GrowVeg - Gardening has always been my passion since childhood, but over the years I was too busy with life commitments, travelling and stuffs. Now I wanted to go back to my childhood passion, and your video is the first video which I stumbled upon (:

[@GrowVeg]

So pleased to hear it. You'll love rediscovering growing things - it's just so rewarding. Enjoy!

[@WilliamMathieson]

This is a great video. I’ll be taking these tips away. Thank you for sharing.

[@brianmorgan8950]

A tip I was given - If you only want a few plants of one type (tomatoes, courgettes or peppers etc) don't buy a packet of seeds buit get them as small plants from the garden centre. With a packet of seeds costing £3.00 or more you can buy your plants for less and they will be larger than if you grew them yourself.

[@fionaharvey2720]

Great videos I have watched about six this morning, easy to follow and very informative thank you ☘️☘️

[@GrowVeg]

You're very welcome.

[@kengibbs3523]

Good info... I never knew in order to save tomato seed that you need to put the jell an the seed in a jar together for a few days then dry them .I just thought you take the seed from the tomato an dry it. Wow 🍅

[@flowerflowerpetal8846]

My mums advice is make your own compost. All the fruit n vegetable peels let them turn into compost BUT DO NOT PUT any Citrus fruit skins. Banana skin is really good whether indoor plants or outdoors. Cut in small pieces and mix with soil. Watch it grow healthy like my flowers and Aloe Vera and Cactus

[@adam-uy6qg]

This is my first year growing fruit/veg and so far its going good. I have a large raised bed outside with carrots/3 strawberry plants/pea plants and spinach all growing great and my strawberries are nearly ready to be picked. I also have 20 tomato seedlings 35 cayenne pepper seedlings and 30 spring onion seedlings all grown nice ready to be planted in another raised bed. I also have a ghost chilli pepper plant in my spare room window that has a 10cm ish chilli growing.

[@GrowVeg]

Sounds great! Watch out for the ghost chilli pepper though - it's hot!!!

[@VerdantSoul]

Always great advices on that channel. Thank you. 🌱

[@ALittleGardenUpNorth]

I enjoyed that video very much, thank you for the lessons - there are some i know i wished i've known already, but as you say, we can improve...

[@marilon]

My tip: square foot gardening. Less work and easy on your back.

[@annalieff-saxby568]

I've been following the Square Foot method for years now. I use it mainly for saladings and the technique has proved its worth again and again.

[@jasmineball3962]

I would love to see a tour of your entire garden.

[@crazypatsfan97]

"Hoeing is quick and easy." That tip really resonated with me.

[@paolomaggi8188]

In my opinion this is one of the most useful video! Thank you

[@GrowVeg]

Great it's been of use - thank you!

[@wildgingerruns]

Thank you, looking forward to starting!

[@JeeJeanVittoVlogs]

Nice video and really helpful. Thank you for the tip and ideas.👍

[@Ethereal_muse]

Great video. Thank you for sharing your knowledge

[@leileigh3046]

You my friend is a pleasure to watch! I have learned a jolly heap from you since I subbed years ago. Love the garden journal I've signed up (yet to test). GB xo

[@moonlightaddict11]

This was great! I’m a newbie and the plant community is great!!

[@GrowVeg]

The plant community is a very supportive and encouraging bunch for sure!

[@timoneill7657]

Thank you. Greetings from Ireland. Your video is very helpful

[@gungfoomon7729]

MUST. BUY. GARDEN. PLANNER.

[@GrowVeg]

You really must!

[@jeas4980]

It is absolutely amazing.

[@helenwatt517]

As a total newbie to gardening I underestimated how much compost would be needed - so rapidly got into making my own, though the process isn't so rapid. As a busy person I underestimated how quickly some plants needed potting on or planting out..but knowing when, where and how is essential too. Wish I"d had the garden planner at the very start! Also found that without a greenhouse it's essential to have a cold frame - this is where these lovely videos have brilliant ideas on how to make home made polytunnels, cold frames or cloches and I thoroughly recommend recycling household materials for this to save quite a few pennies! Best to go organic right from the start. Don't underestimate how many slugs you can get on a plot... beer traps seem to be the best mode of attack, but there are plenty of other great ideas, so steer clear of those blue pellets as we want to keep our bird and wildlife alive! Does anyone know a good way to recognise where slug eggs are likely to be left?

[@GrowVeg]

Hi Helen. Some great tips there. Slug eggs seem to be just below the soil surface. It's quite hard to predict where they'll be, but the round balls are very obvious as slug eggs when you find them.

[@cherylkimball3060]

hi.. the Old Farmers Almanac has that garden planner used in this video. Highly recommend

[@theImmortalsquirrel87]

Great video , got a new subscriber !! My tip is to grow potoatoes in buckets , I find it so much easier 👍👍👍

[@GrowVeg]

Welcome Jack - great to have you as a new subscriber!

[@donnajacques3888]

thank you it was you that taught me most of what I know Thank you for every thing.

[@GrowVeg]

Hey, you're very welcome and it's an honour to have you as a regular viewer. :-)

[@tiffanyweldon2489]

What is the name of the app for notes on gardening? I just started this year growing vegetables ALL FROM SEED and they've all popped up!! I'm so proud of them lol. Lettuce of a bunch of varieties, onions, garlic, chives, parsley and mesclun. Also this is my first year that my lilacs are actually growing! I've tried planting them in the past but it never worked out. Now I've started them in pots inside and they're thriving!

[@GrowVeg]

Sounds like you're off to a great start Tiffany - nice one! The app is called the Garden Journal and you can find out more about it at: www.growveg.com/journal.aspx

[@Pinkgievic]

Thank you for the tips

[@mazdarex7]

Very nice. Add a tip about not fighting clay rocky soil, just try raised beds and cardboard. Plant what you feel like, and don't be disappointed from year to year. Last year we had many chili and okay tomatoes. This year many tomatoes but all the cayenne and other peppers didn't survive.

[@mladyhazel]

I'm on my third year of gardening and so far I've learned that planning early is key and making mini-greenhouses is very useful for starters. Hoping this year is my best so far! Thank you for your videos, love the accent:-)

[@tessasilberbauer6219]

Try to balance veg you love, veg that's expensive at the market, and veg that has a short harvest time. Onions, parsnips and other slow-growing or slow-germination veg are difficult to keep a beginner inspired while they wait. A splurge of zucchini is nothing but trouble if your tastebuds (or your kids') detest them :)

[@GrowVeg]

Very sage words of advice there!

[@cyberash3000]

i hate courgettes. lol

[@tessasilberbauer6219]

@@cyberash3000 yeah. Definitely avoid veg you hate 😁

[@cyberash3000]

@@tessasilberbauer6219 yep. i hate sweetcorn and bananas too lol but cant grow nanas in northern england, and i wouldn't grow the devils seed. but im game for anything else. even the devils lettuce

[@cyberash3000]

@@tessasilberbauer6219 the problem is when there is your mum and dad to think about to sometimes you have to grow veg you hate lol

[@exeterbeekeeper]

It is good to have a voice over that I can hear clearly. This channel is one of the best

[@sandreawhite7534]

We have planted 34 Earth Boxes. Best ever! No weeding, self watering and higher yield.

[@GrowVeg]

Nice one Sandrea!

[@LordOfTheRings897]

I really appreciate videos like this! I am a completely new gardener. I tried last year and failed miserably lol. This year I am going to try again!

[@GrowVeg]

Good luck with your new garden. Take things one step at a time - I'm sure you'll ace it. :-)

[@LordOfTheRings897]

@@GrowVeg thank you!

[@matthewtalbot-paine7977]

I have 6 packs of seeds sitting in my draw at work and I am itching to plant some of them although the earliest the packets say I can plant them is February so I'll have to wait a couple of weeks. I have been inspired to do a bit of preparation though.

[@GrowVeg]

Great stuff Matthew!

[@johnguilbert1349]

I feed all my seeds to my dog and let him decide where to plant them.

[@sharongreen873]

My suggestion is plant a zucchini the first year (only one or two plants) and enjoy the bounty. Success is almost certain, they are easy to grow and will give you confidence as a gardener. More than two plants and you will be giving them to everyone you know.

[@GrowVeg]

Sage advice Sharon!

[@aehrakhab]

I love your voice.... warm my heart ❤️

[@AthelstanEngland]

Started my first veg patch during lockdown (literally the only benefit I can see from lockdown!) but I've always watered daily (well most days!) so your tip of watering hard once a week is interesting. I'll try that and see how it goes. Potatoes, carrots, spinich, chard went very well but tried adding in leeks last year and they were tiny.

[@GrowVeg]

Do be sure to water a little more often if it's really hot and dry and things start to wilt. But I've always found the 'lots of water less often' approach works well in my milder climate.

[@AthelstanEngland]

@@GrowVeg thanks only just seen this reply!

[@yellowbird5411]

I have just started an experiment with a new kind of gardening that will be minimal bother and minimal cost. But I have to see how it does before talking about it. Overplanting won't be such an issue if you plant those vegs that can be harvested really early, so in thinning, you eat them. Baby radishes offer delicious cooked greens, baby carrots, well we all know how good they are. Leafy greens can be clipped, not pulled, for a long time for tender greens, which keeps the need for space in check, above ground. I say that even if the garden doesn't do too well, at least we got the price of the seeds back, plus a little work. Next planting, try different vegs and keep those that did well.

[@bluenetmarketing]

Great video! Thanks.