Farms & Gardens

If you’re new to gardening or small-scale farming, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by all the options out there. But here’s the truth: you don’t need to grow everything at once. Starting small is smart — and incredibly rewarding. In today’s post, I’m sharing 5 beginner-friendly crops that are easy to grow, require minimal space, and give you fast, satisfying results. Whether you’re working with a backyard garden, a few pots on a patio, or even a window box, these crops are perfect for your first growing season. 🥬 1. Lettuce Lettuce is quick-growing, low-maintenance, and doesn’t need a lot of space. You can even harvest it leaf by leaf and let it keep growing — perfect for fresh salads all season long. Tips: Grows well in containers or garden beds Likes partial sun and cool weather Keep soil moist for best results 🥕 2. Carrots Carrots grow underground, so they don’t take up much visible space. They’re fun to pull up and taste sweeter when grown in loose, well-drained soil...