Summary
Growing vegetables in your own back yard. Kids love to see them grow, and will usually pick & eat from the garden while playing outside.

Description
Almost everyone can grow vegetables where they live, and there are also community gardens where you can get your own little plot to cultivate. Many vegetables can be grown in small containers, so even a sunny balcony can yield a harvest.

One of the first things to figure out is what hardiness zone you are living in. Use the USDA Hardiness map to find out. The zone you are in determines what you can grow, and when to grow it.

The next step is usually to determine the space you want to use for your gardening.

Then, decide what to grow! If you’ve never tried to grow something before, then it might be a good idea to start with the basic crops, such as tomato, and build up over time.

Next, learn about the best way to plant the seeds (or crowns, or seedlings) to ensure success. Plants are not all the same, so it’s best to learn the specifics about the plants you are dealing with.

Take good care of your garden, and you will be able to reap the rewards later.

There are also numerous building projects that can be undertaken in the garden: Compost bins, raised beds, fencing, irrigation systems, cloches, greenhouses, and more!