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Everything I know about starting a garden that works — tested over real seasons, written in plain English.
There Was a Garden
A Beginner's Guide to a Garden That Actually Grows
$29.95
This is the book I wish I'd had when I was standing in my backyard, trowel in hand, completely unsure where to begin. It covers soil prep, seed starting, seasonal planning, what to do when things go wrong, and how to actually enjoy the process.
No filler. No jargon. Just what works — and why.
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What's inside
Soil preparation without expensive amendments
Which vegetables are forgiving for beginners
A planting calendar you'll actually use
Watering: how much, how often, and why it matters
Common pest problems and what actually fixes them
How to save seeds and cut your costs every year
What to do when something goes wrong
Planning next season while this one is still going
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