We Asked Experts About the Gardening Mistakes to Avoid This Spring-These Are Their 12 Top Tips

"Gardening is not always a cheap hobby. Home gardeners can rack up big bills by shopping at a nursery, only to get it home and have items fail, without knowing why. This means mistakes are not only frustrating, but potentially expensive, too."

"It is easy to let your eyes get big when wandering the plant stores or looking online at ideas. Instead use those ideas to spur a bigger plan. Growing a great garden successfully takes time. A garden is a long-term investment and you should think about your goals three to five years from now."

"For vining vegetables (cucumber, tomato, squash), it's important to choose a location that receives 6-8 hours of sunlight per day. Herbs need 4-6 hours, and flowers vary by the type. It's important to consider this when planning your garden layout."

Gardening mistakes are frustrating and expensive, particularly for novices who may purchase plants that fail without understanding why. Experts recommend that beginning gardeners avoid setting overly ambitious goals and instead start small while thinking long-term, as successful gardens require time to develop. Proper plant placement is critical, with vining vegetables requiring 6-8 hours of daily sunlight, herbs needing 4-6 hours, and flowers varying by type. Understanding these fundamentals helps prevent costly failures and supports healthy plant growth. Mistakes are part of the learning process, and gardeners should view them as opportunities for improvement rather than discouragement.

Read at Architectural Digest