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17.08.2023 - 01:01 / gardeningknowhow.com / Mary Ellen Ellis
Gardening is a healthy, rewarding hobby. It can also be practical for growing your own food. On the other hand, it’s not always cheap. Gardening costs money, but doing it on a budget is possible. If money is tight for your family, consider these small garden ideas on a budget to grow in less space and at a lower cost.
One of the most obvious ways to save money on gardening is to keep it small. With less space, you need fewer plants and other resources, which means less money. Of course, it will still cost something. Exactly what you will pay depends on the choices you make, but expect these expenses:
If money is no object, you can spend big on your garden: exotic plants, new trees and shrubs, fancy tools, new soil, and garden structures, just to name a few. Most people can’t spend that way. If that includes you, grow smaller and use these small front garden ideas on a budget to create your dream space for less:
A garden without boundaries or a plan tends to get out of control quickly. It will take over your space and your wallet. Start with a defined space if you have a yard, and then make a plan. Think about what you want to grow.
You can create a vegetable garden, a flower or butterfly garden, a perennial garden, or a little bit of everything. Plan the space and which plants you need to fill it so that you know exactly what you need and don’t overbuy transplants or seeds.
Consider your space and growing region so you can choose plants most likely to survive and thrive. This will save you money when you don’t have to buy new plants to replace dead ones. For instance, purchase full sun plants if you have a lot of sun and those that tolerate shade for shady spots.
Another way to keep plants going is to start with good soil.
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