Start Your Garden
Everything you need to grow something beautiful, from a Southern California garden.
There’s nothing like walking out your back door and gathering dinner, or a fresh bouquet, from a garden you’ve poured your love into. Here you’ll find the basic information, resources, and tools you need to start growing a garden of your own.
What you'll need to get started
A Sunny Spot
Aim for about six hours of sun (eight is great, too!). A corner of the yard, a patio, or a few pots on the porch—it all counts.
GOOD Soil
Invest in quality soil and compost from the start. Healthy soil gives your garden the best foundation to grow.
My favorite soils + compost →
Tools
A trowel, gloves, and a good pair of pruners will take you pretty far. You really don’t need much to get started.
My favorite garden tools →
Water
A hose, watering can, or simple drip line — whatever makes it easy to water consistently.
Something to Grow
Start with a packet of seeds or a couple of nursery starts. Pick something you’re excited to grow.
My favorite seeds →
Make It Your Own
Let your garden be an extension of you. Decorate it, grow what makes you happy, and have patience with the process—it will take shape over time.
In Your Garden
The Kitchen Garden
Vegetables, herbs, and fruit. Grow the food you actually love to eat.
The Flower Garden
Flowers for cutting, gathering, and gifting. Grow something beautiful to bring inside.
Grow Along with Me
Seasonal planting reminders, what I'm sowing right now, and a little garden inspiration, sent gently.