NCP Blog: Gardening Tips to Get Your Growing

Today, April 14th, is National Gardening Day. It seems like there’s a day for everything, right? This day encourages seasoned gardeners, as well as beginners, to grab a shovel, plant some seeds, and kick off a season filled with colorful flowers and/or garden-fresh produce.

 

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There’s something satisfying about planting a tiny seed and watching it grow into something vibrant and alive. Gardening isn’t just about pretty flowers or fresh vegetables, it’s a way to slow down, reconnect with nature, and create something of your own.

 

Whether you have a large backyard, a small patio, or just a windowsill with enough light for a few herbs, anyone can grow a garden. You don’t need to be a pro or have a green thumb.

 

I’ll be sharing some tips I came across about gardening for beginners. Before getting started, it’s best to be realistic about how much work you want to do, and how much time you have to care for your new garden.

 

What do you need? Every beginner gardener needs a few essential tools: garden gloves; pruning shears; watering can; hand trowel; hose; garden kneeler; leaf rake; and a shovel or spade.

     

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