Gardening for Beginners: Bob Vila's Best Tips

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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!

Lawn & Garden

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.

By Mark Wolfe

An organized vegetable garden layout in a suburban backyard.

Gardening

Seed Starting

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Everyday Essentials

Shark TurboBlade Fan and Heater Review: Quiet Year-Round Comfort in a Sleek Tower

Features like dual-mode comfort with a pivot-to-horizontal “air blanket,” Thermo IQ heating, and a magnetic remote in the base make this heater a standout.

By Glenda Taylor

The best smart toilets option installed in a spacious bathroom that has large windows overlooking a river running through a city

Bath Fixtures & Fittings

Best Smart Toilets for Upgrading a Bathroom

The porcelain throne just got a lot more luxurious. Check out how these modern toilets can transform your bathroom time.

By Tom Scalisi

Cleaning Supplies

Best Carpet Deodorizers

Daily activities, kids, and pets can take a toll on carpet, leaving behind stubborn odors. Freshen your floors and home with these carpet deodorizers.

By Michelle Larson

Raised Bed Gardening

Joanna Gaines standing next to a table with Magnolia's 2025 Hearth & Hand holiday collection at Target.

Holiday Decorations

Target’s Hearth & Hand Holiday Collection: Shop Our Top Picks Starting Under $10

The curated mix of artificial greenery, sculptural candles, and cozy cookware will effortlessly elevate your home’s fall decor.

By Jenny Stanley

Deals

Save on Heating, Tools, and Winter Essentials Ahead of Black Friday

From $5 screwdrivers to $999 generators, find the best deals this week ahead of Black Friday.

By Stephanie Cronk

Furniture & Decor

Ruggable All-in-One Rug Review: Surprisingly Soft and Truly Washable

Ruggable’s new All-in-One collection elevates the washable-rug game with softer textures, easier setup, and a built-in nonslip base that actually stays put.

By Glenda Taylor

Gardening on a Budget

Deals

Save 50% on Tool Advent Calendars Ahead of Black Friday

Save up to 50% on 24-day countdown calendars filled with practical tools, starting under $12.

by Daryna Tobey

Hand Tools

The Best Angle Finders for Pros and DIYers

A good angle finder can help you reduce costly mistakes by determining the exact angle before you make cuts.

By Cathy Harms, Glenda Taylor

A snow covered tan home with icicles hanging down.

Interior

8 Must-Have Products to Winterize Your Home

From window insulation kits to caulk guns and thermal curtains, you’ll want to grab these top winterization tools recommended by experts and our product testers.

By Sandi Schwartz