Vegetable Gardening for Beginners - by Jill McSheehy (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Your First Garden--Simplified. Grow Fresh Vegetables with Confidence and Joy

If you've ever wanted to grow your own food but felt overwhelmed, Vegetable Gardening for Beginners will guide you step-by-step--from your first seed to your first harvest.

Written by Jill McSheehy, the voice behind The Beginner's Garden podcast, this book takes the mystery out of gardening.

What you'll find inside:

• Garden design made easy--Plans for raised beds, containers, or small in-ground spaces
• Beginner crop guides--Simple how-tos for tomatoes, peppers, lettuce, herbs, melons, and more
• Smart growing strategies--Soil basics, sun requirements, watering, mulching, and companion planting
• Troubleshooting help--Natural ways to handle pests, disease, and uneven growth
• Planning tools--Seasonal checklists, layout templates, and weekly task guides

Grow with confidence--even if you've never planted a thing.

Review Quotes

"Vegetable Gardening for Beginners is a truly EPIC resource for a new veggie gardener. Jill and I have a lot in common as gardeners, and I couldn't recommend her work more to someone who's trying to get their first garden in the ground." --Kevin Espiritu, founder of Epic Gardening

"Vegetable Gardening for Beginners is the fast track to garden success. Encouraging, clear, and simple steps will give you the tools and the confidence you need as a new gardener. Jill's skill in teaching beginners is so good you won't be a beginner for long!" --Becky Porter of theseasonalhomestead.com

"A must have! Whether you have a green thumb or have never planted a seed, this book will educate and delight, ultimately guiding you to success. It's incredibly detailed--covering every aspect of gardening--but also very easy to understand. In today's world of food uncertainty, food deserts, and the drive for healthy and sustainable food, this book is a must for anyone looking to dig into the wonderful world of gardening!" --Nicole Gennetta, Heritage Acres Market (HeritageAcresMarket.com) and Backyard Bounty Podcast

About the Author

Jill McSheehy is a self-taught gardener and creator of The Beginner's Garden Podcast where she teaches thousands of beginning gardeners how to grow their own vegetables, fruit, and herbs. Jill, her husband, and their two children live on 3 acres in Russellville, Arkansas. Connect with her on her website, journeywithjill.net.