How do you get a green thumb?

United States
April 26, 2021 1:55pm CST
I recently purchased a house. I have lived in apartments all my life. I have a huge front yard and an even bigger backyard. I am excited to plant but not sure if I should do flowers, bushes or fruits and vegetables. Any gardeners here? What is something good for a beginner? I have heard the expression green thumb. Do I have to research different things and when is best to plant them and care for them or should I follow the instructions that come with them? I planted 2 azaleas and a Japanese Pieris in a planter box in my front yard. Wish me luck!
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DE
@DaddyEvil (137142)
• United States
26 Apr 21
How big is the planter box? Azaleas and Japanese Pieris can all get big! Just because something is small when you buy it doesn't mean it will stay that way. You need to have your soil checked before you begin planting anything. The US is a big country, so not all plants are right for where you live. Just because the green house or Walmart sell something doesn't mean it will grow well in your area.
zukichucha
@zukichucha (991)
• United States
26 Apr 21
We planted them about 4 or 6 feet apart and left 4-6 feet from the first and last so they can grow out. I definitely am crossing my fingers that they will grow. I didn't think to check my soil. Thanks for the great advice!
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zukichucha
@zukichucha (991)
• United States
27 Apr 21
@DaddyEvil yes it goes across the whole front yard near my front door. Nice big space. We had to buy about 12-15 bags of mulch lol made 3 trips to home depot to get more and more.
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DE
@DaddyEvil (137142)
• United States
26 Apr 21
@zukichucha Wow! That's a big planter! The biggest planters I've ever seen were about six feet by four feet. You're welcome. I hope things work out for you.
Eric Tsuma
@erictsuma (9726)
• Mombasa, Kenya
27 Apr 21
You can plant flowers and fruits plants on your garden
zukichucha
@zukichucha (991)
• United States
27 Apr 21
I was thinking of growing some herbs and vegetables. I love cooking from scratch and fresh ingredients would be great. I have never grown anything before so this is definitely an adventure for me lol
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Eric Tsuma
@erictsuma (9726)
• Mombasa, Kenya
27 Apr 21
@zukichucha yes that's fine, vegetables are also good
M.-L.
@MALUSE (69413)
• Germany
26 Apr 21
I think it may be a good idea to spend some money on a gardener at the beginning. One visit may be enough. An expert will see at once what is best for the soil you have. He or she may give you some good pieces of advice where to plant what, which plants need shade, which need full sunshine, etc. Your green thumb will develop over time!
zukichucha
@zukichucha (991)
• United States
26 Apr 21
We had someone come out to fertilize the lawn and spray weed killer. But we did not think to ask about asking these questions. Definitely will next time he comes by!
Thelma
@thelme55 (76484)
• Germany
27 Apr 21
I think you can start planting with plants which are easy to tend to. You can do a research online before you start planting.
Sexy Girl
@JimBo452020 (42629)
• United Kingdom
26 Apr 21
Good luck. We have new house and a new garden. It's hard work as it was such a mess.when we moved in. Not ready a gardener either.
zukichucha
@zukichucha (991)
• United States
26 Apr 21
Yes it sure is! It looked like our front and backyard was covered in hay. Took all weekend to de-thatch it! Looks much better now. We also filled 10 lawn bags with leaves. It is a lot of work but once we get the hang of it will look beautiful. Good luck!
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Silvia
@Shxrubia (2752)
• Indonesia
26 Apr 21
I don't know much about plants, I think you can find them on the Internet. I hope your plants thrive.
zukichucha
@zukichucha (991)
• United States
26 Apr 21
Thank you so much! My mom said she is going to buy me a gardening book for Mother's Day. I can't wait. Researching online has been fun but I would look to see pictures.