If you have dreams of a lush, abundant vegetable garden, you’re probably wondering — what kind of budget does it take to start a garden? The truth is, you can grow veggies to some extent with no money at all, but there are a lot of smart investments that you can make for a larger, […]

When you think of the costs of maintaining a garden, soil and tools tend to be the biggest budget items. But water can also be expensive — or hard to come by if you live in a drought. If you live in places like California, Arizona, or Nevada, you may be looking for ways to […]

In our last article, we talked about how and where to source free seeds for your garden. But starting a plant from seed can be incredibly time-consuming, and sometimes requires specialized equipment like heat mats and indoor grow lights. Instead, some people prefer to purchase small seedlings from nurseries to ensure that they can reap […]

What is a garden if you don’t have seeds to plant? Seeds (or seedlings) are essential to growing delicious food and beautiful flowers. But with seed packets typically ranging from $2.50-$7 each, it can be costly to grow an abundant and diverse garden. Here are a few ways that you can get seeds for free, […]

If you are planning a raised bed or container garden, the price for healthy soil can quickly get out of control. The average 1.5 cubic foot bag of garden soil from Home Depot costs $8.73, and with a 4 ft x 8 ft raised bed taking 21.44 cubic feet of soil… you’re out almost $125 […]

Mulch has a wide variety of uses in the garden. Generously mulch around your veggie plants to conserve moisture and protect them from frost, use it to snuff out weeds and line walkways, and watch it compost naturally to improve the quality of your soil. But mulch often costs anywhere from $17 to $68 per […]