When you’re new to growing your own vegetables it can feel a little overwhelming, but it can all be made simpler by working out the basics and using plug plants to get your plot on the go. You don’t need to have a huge amount of space, and you may find it easiest to start with just a small plot.
A medley of pots and containers will be enough when you’re starting out. You’ll need to fill them with potting or multipurpose compost, make sure they have drainage holes (so that they don’t get waterlogged) and find a good spot for them in your garden.
If you have space for a couple of raised beds, this is a great starting point for your kitchen garden. It gives you space to grow a few different things, and it’s easy enough to build extra beds if and when you want to grow more in the future.
Using plug plants means that you can spend the early part of spring (eg, April) preparing your plot, and then simply plant the plugs once the weather warms up (eg, May/June) to create an almost instant vegetable garden. You won’t need to worry about sowing seeds and getting timings right.
Scroll through some of these easy-to-grow plants to find veggies that are perfect for novice growers!
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All our plug plants come with a free growing guide, and there is loads of information here on our website and in our Weekly Veg Out Newsletter
