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 Glue Guns for Crafts and Repairs
Hot glue guns make it easier to complete all kinds of craft and DIY endeavors, but these handy tools have differences that could affect a project’s outcome. Use this guide to choose the best glue gun for your needs.
The Best Reverse Osmosis Systems for Clean Drinking Water
Make delicious purified drinking water under your sink with a reverse osmosis water filtration system.
The Best Cold Brew Makers of 2025
Up your game with one of these cold brew makers for a cup of Joe that’s less bitter, more flavorful, and has a higher caffeine content.
Raised Bed Gardening
The Best Blankets of 2025: Tested for Comfort and Warmth
Snuggle down and cuddle up in front of the fire, on the couch, or in bed with these top-rated blankets, tested by the BobVila.com team.
A Pocket-Sized, Heirloom-Quality Gift for the Outdoorsman Who Has Everything
Give the gift that keeps on giving, with the Leatherman ARC multi-tool. With a durable, long-lasting build and 20 functions, it’s perfect for outdoorsmen, DIYers, and trade professionals.
The Best Houseplants to Gift This Holiday Season—Last-Minute Gifts That Arrive Before Christmas
Bring joy to friends and loved ones with these mood-boosting houseplants.
Gardening on a Budget
This $18 Tool Is a Game Changer for Hanging Holiday Lights Outside
Decorate to your heart’s content with the Surebonder Light Tacker.
Amazon Generator Deals at Clearance Prices—Backup Power Still in Stock for Winter
A dependable generator will help you stay warm, powered, and prepped as winter outages become more common.
Amazon is Clearing Out this Hori Hori Knife for $25.99–In Time for Holiday Gifting
This high-quality, do-it-all garden helper is nearly 30% off right now. It’s the one tool all gardeners want.
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
