Hey everyone! I'm a total newbie when it comes to gardening. I love plants but have zero experience. I want to start my own garden this year, and I've got a decent amount of yard to work with. I'm looking for some basic advice on how to kick things off without breaking the bank. Do I just toss seeds in the ground? Should I create rows or anything like that? I feel lost since most info I find online just seems like ads for fancy raised beds. Oh, and just to clarify, I'm in zone 9b and interested in growing food. Any tips?
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First off, where are you located? Since you mentioned you’re in a sunny area (especially zone 9b), that's awesome! Start small; you can work directly in the soil without a big investment. There’s a ton of info out there; just look for basic gardening guides rather than ads. It'll help you decide whether you want flowers or veggies.

I'm in zone 9b, and yes, it gets plenty of sunshine! What sources do you recommend for solid info? I keep running into ads instead of helpful tips.