Learn How to Grow a Vegetable Garden

Grow Your Own Food With Our Step-by-Step Series
Interesting in learning how to start vegetable gardening? Welcome to our step-by-step series! Click on the articles below to learn about growing your favorite vegetables—from how to get started through harvesting your bounty!
Think of this series as a “Gardening 101” masterclass with your trusted Almanac gardening experts as your teachers. The Old Farmer’s Almanac has been helping millions of gardeners grow their own food since 1792. We are passionate gardeners and we’re on a mission to bring “gardening for everyone!” This is why the entire series is free to anyone who is ready to discover the joys of gardening!
Getting Started
The Basics of Planting and Growing a Vegetable Garden
Planning For a Garden
Good soil makes good gardens. Here's how to get it ready for planting.
Learn to Start Your Vegetables From Seed Whenever Possible
What's the difference in these gardening methods?
Planting a Garden
Tips for Transplanting Seedlings Outdoors in the Garden
Plant Growing and Care
Maximize small spaces with smart vertical gardening techniques, perfect for patios, balconies, and backyard walls.
Learn All About Using Fertilizer in the Garden
Identifying and Controlling 13 Common Lawn and Garden Weeds
Harvesting and Storing Vegetables
Expert tips for picking your garden’s fruits and vegetables at their tastiest.
End of Season Gardening
Don’t leave your garden a mess before winter! Follow these 11 essential fall cleanup tasks to keep your soil healthy and make spring gardening easier.
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