[craftymama]

I am going to finally start a garden at the end of this month. I have been trying to eat healthier and I think this is the only way I am going to know what is in my food. I am starting in an area where there is grass now. If I get a tiller and till it up do I need to do anything else before planting the seeds?

[Justin]

I think you need to read some information about the seed you are going to plant. There are seeds that like wet grounds and there are others that likes to be watered once in a while.

Good luck with your garden and bring me some of your produce when you harvest.

[jason]

I always put down a little compost when I plant at the beginning of the year. Justin is right though, different plants have different requirements. If you want to get really fancy, there are places where you can send a sample of your soil. I am not sure where, but I heard it can be done. They will test your soil and tell you what nutrients and stuff you do have. You can then add different stuff in the areas for your different plants.

[Justin]

Jason is right about checking the soil first before thinking of the seed you are going to plant. Not all seeds can grow on the soil that you have. It is better to know what plant will grow on your soil so you won't get disappointed when the plant won't grow because it can't grow on the type of soil you have.

[Stephanie13]

Have you considered starting your seeds indoors? I find I have more control over the outsome of my plants when I start them inside. Seedlings are more sensitive than a more mature plant and they need a little extra TLC.

[craftykris]

You will want to roto-till up the area. You might even need to bring in different soil to start. Each year the soil will get better. I would start the seeds in the house in egg cartons and then transfer outside when they are too big.
I can't wait to work in the garden!