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Gardening
Looking to start a garden or grow more of your own food? You’re in the right place!
This gardening section of The Free Range Life is filled with practical, real-life tips for growing vegetables, fruits, and herbs—no matter your experience level.
Whether you’re new to gardening or looking to improve your harvests, you’ll find guides on seed starting, soil health, companion planting, pest control, and more.
These articles are designed to help you grow a thriving garden and take one more step toward food self-sufficiency. Browse below to explore all things gardening!
Gardening for Beginners: 11 Tips for a Successful Start
Gardening can sometimes seem like an overwhelming venture for those just starting out. So if this is your first year gardening- or if you are a beginner who was seriously overwhelmed last year- here are 11 tips for beginning gardeners to reduce wasted time, energy and resources as well as prevent getting in over your head.
Gardening For Beginners
Gardening for Beginners: 11 Gardening Mistakes to Avoid
5 Tips for Starting Seeds Successfully Indoors
Garden Spacing: How Far Apart Should Plants Be in Your Garden
23 Tomato Growing Mistakes Made by Beginning Gardeners
How to Grow Guides By Crop
Quick Start Guide to Growing Peppers in Your Garden
Everything You Need to Know About Growing Tomatoes
How to Grow Broccoli from Seed
How to Grow Lettuce from Seed in Your Vegetable Garden
How to Grow Watermelon in Your Garden
Growing Basil in Your Backyard Garden
The Ultimate Guide for Growing Squash in Your Garden
How to Grow Carrots from Seed
Companion Planting Guides by Crop
The Best & Worst Companion Plants for Cucumbers
The Best & Worst Companion Plants for Tomatoes
The Best & Worst Companion Plants for Squash
The Best & Worst Companion Plants for Cabbage
The Best & Worst Companion Plants for Garlic
The Best & Worst Companion Plants for Peppers
The Best & Worst Companion Plants for Potatoes
The Best & Worst Companion Plants for Basil
How to Control Pests Naturally
How to Control Cucumber Beetles Organically
7 Ways to Get Rid of Squash Bugs in Your Garden- Naturally!
How to Get Rid of Tomato Hornworms Naturally
How to Use Trap Crops to Deter Pests in the Vegetable Garden
Disease, Deficiencies, and Other Problems
How to Prevent Late Blight in Your Garden
Soil Nutrient Deficiencies and How to Fix Them
8 Simple Ways to Improve Your Garden Soil for Free
Most Common Seed Starting Problems- and How to Fix Them
All Gardening Articles
The Best Companion Plants for Cucumbers in the Backyard Garden
Do you have trouble with growing great cucumbers organically? Learn about which crops make great cucumber companion plants and which ones should be kept far away in the garden.
7 Flavorful Perennial Herbs You Need in Your Garden
A perennial herb garden is the perfect addition to any backyard space. Plant these 7 perennial herbs for constant harvest year after year.
7 Amazing Eggplant Varieties to Try This Year!
Do you love eggplant? Try growing some of these amazing eggplant varieties! You won’t be disappointed and your garden and dinner table will look even more beautiful!
7 Tips for Growing Amazing Cucumbers
Growing cucumbers is a rewarding experience for any gardener. Learn these 7 tips for growing amazing cucumbers that produce well and taste amazing!
11 Vegetables You Can Plant BEFORE the Last Frost
Are you itching to start your garden NOW? Here are 11 cool weather crops that you can plant in your garden now, before the last frost date. Start your garden today!
7 Cucumber Varieties to Grow This Year
Are you looking for some new cucumber varieties to try this year? Check out these 7 types of cucumber that are easy to grow and taste amazing!
Everything You Need to Know About Growing Tomatoes
Learn everything you need to know about growing tomatoes- from starting tomatoes from seed, planting and care, and harvesting & using tomatoes!
How to Grow More Food in Less Time
Do you want to garden but life keeps getting in the way? Try out these time-saving tips to grow more food in less time!
13 Unique and Unusual Vegetables for Your Garden
Do you love growing new things in your vegetable garden? Try out these 13 unique vegetables for your garden. You may just find a new favorite!
How to Get Rid of Common Bugs on Your Plants- Naturally!
Is your organic garden being overrun with pests? Here’s how to get rid of bugs on plants in your garden- including the top 8 common garden pests!
Vertical Gardening: How to Grow Up in Your Garden
Is your garden space limited? Learn how to plant a vertical garden to improve your crops’ health, save on space, and reduce pests!