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 Best Single-Serve Coffee Makers of 2025
Every cup of coffee is fresh, delicious, and convenient to make with the best single-serve coffee makers.
Best Solar Christmas Lights of 2025
The best solar Christmas lights for outdoor decorating are budget-friendly, energy-efficient, and will keep homes shiny and bright throughout the holiday season.
Amazon’s Renewed Store Dropped 80+ Gift-Worthy Deals for Holiday Shopping: Save Up to 65% off DeWalt, Ego, Dyson, and More
Save hundreds on top gifts with Amazon’s Renewed latest deals drop. Score DeWalt, Makita, Shark, Dyson and more at discounted prices.
Raised Bed Gardening
The Best (and Most Useful) Power and Tech Products We Tried in 2025
These gadgets impressed our testers with their innovation, ease of use, and real-world results.
The Best Tools and Workshop Essentials We Tried in 2025
Your shortcut to making challenging home and jobsite tasks easier, faster, and more enjoyable.
The 15 Best Outdoor Tools We Tested in 2025
We’re calling it: This is the gear every gardener and homeowner with a yard needs to get outdoor work done right.
Gardening on a Budget
The Best Home Essentials of 2025, From Smart Humidifiers to Emergency Prep
These 15 tools and appliances help make life easier, safer, and more enjoyable—both indoors and out.
The 2025 Must-Haves for Repairs and Renovations of Any Size
Tested, trusted, and ready for your next project: These are the repair and renovation products that performed best in 2025.
What’s In My Toolbox: Must-Haves for Leaf Cleanup
Former pro landscaper Mark Wolfe shows us the five tools he always reaches for when it’s time to clean up the leaves.
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
