Hey everyone! I'm in Houston, TX, and I'm super excited to start growing my own food. I'm thinking about planting peppers, tomatoes, spinach, and melons in my backyard. I want to kick things off on a budget, so I'm exploring options like grow bags, containers, and 5-gallon buckets. I also just got a dog, and I'd like advice on keeping my garden safe from him tearing things up. Any tips or guidance on where to begin?
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Starting simple is key! When I began my gardening journey during COVID, it was just a packet of old squash seeds and a push from my wife to get outside with the kids. We learned a ton that spring about growing lots of plants. Consider local resources too—they can provide helpful tips for your area!
To keep your dog out of the garden, a small fence can work great. But honestly, I grew up with dogs and a garden, and we never had too much trouble. Just keep an eye on things! As for planting, you might want to start with smaller, easy-to-grow stuff until you get the hang of it. Good luck!