Gardening for Beginners
New to gardening? You’re in the right place!
BobVila.com is your hub for all things seeds, soil, and plants. We’ll help you set up your first garden— whether it’s a few pots on your patio, a raised bed, or a in-ground plot out back, and select the right plants for your soil and region. You’ll also get all the info you need about fertilizers, garden tools, and controlling weeds and garden pests.
Get ready to dig in!
10 Things Every New Gardener Needs to Know
Is starting a garden on your to-do list this year? Here’s what you need to know before lifting a shovel or planting a seed.
Seed Starting
The Last-Minute Gift Everyone Needs Is On Sale During Amazon’s Holiday Deals
Save up to 50% off on top heated gear, including these incredibly warm winter gloves.
DeWalt’s Top-Selling Drill/Driver Kit Drops to $99 at Lowe’s (Was $179)
A powerhouse everyday drill is at one of the best holiday prices we’ve seen.
Amazon is Clearing Out Water Purifiers for Holiday Shopping: Save on Culligan, Waterdrop, Pur, and More
Save up to 40% on countertop RO systems, compact filters, and bestselling pitchers—just in time for a hydration upgrade.
Raised Bed Gardening
Our Favorite Way to Save on Gifts (and Not Worry About Tariffs)
Certain products are more expensive this holiday season as retailers pass on extra costs to consumers, so consider buying used instead.
The Ultimate Kitchen Gift List: Amazon’s Best Deals on Air Fryers, Blenders, Coffee Makers and More
These top-rated kitchen appliances — from Ninja, KitchenAid, Dash, Keurig, Nespresso, and more — are at some of the lowest prices of the season right now. Starting under $10.
The Home Depot’s Christmas Decor Deals Offer Savings Up To 50% Off
Big discounts on trees, wreaths, and lights make this one of the most affordable times to get your home holiday-ready.
Gardening on a Budget
The Best Puzzle Tables of 2025
Work on your puzzle anywhere with tables that fold, rotate, and keep pieces in place.
The Best Christmas Decorations of 2025
Kick off the holiday season by decking the halls with the best bright and cheery Christmas decorations.
The Best Christmas Wreaths of 2025
Welcome friends and neighbors with a decked-out Christmas wreath that shows the holidays have begun.
Want to Start Growing Your Own Food This Year? Plant These 16 Veggies.
Learn more about these easy-to-grow vegetables.
Beans | Photo: iStock 
Radishes | Photo: iStock 
Spinach | Photo: iStock 
Salad Greens and Lettuce | Photo: iStock 
Broccoli Rabe | Photo: bhofack2 / Depositphotos 
Rainbow Chard | Photo: Creativestock / Depositphotos 
Zucchini | Photo: ideeone/E+ via Getty Images 
Rhubarb | Photo: iStock 
Basil | Photo: iStock 
Kale | Photo: iStock 
Peas | Photo: iStock 
Chives | Photo: iStock 
Peppers | Photo: iStock 
Tomatoes | Photo: iStock 
Mint | Photo: iStock 
Cucumbers | Photo: iStock
