Before You Plant Your Garden… Do This First (5 Things That Make a Huge Difference)

Hey y’all! If you’re getting ready to plant your spring garden, I wanted to share the 5 things I always do before planting that really make a difference in how my garden produces. From choosing the right plants for your area to soil temperature, sunlight, watering, and feeding—I’m walking you through what’s actually worked for me growing hundreds of pounds of food in my backyard each year. I also threw in a couple bonus tips that have helped me avoid some common frustrations along the way. 🌱 Reach us at: thelaidbackhomestead@gmail.com Beautiful Bird Feeders: Kingsyard Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/stores/page/D724DA94-F259-4911-A474-467A7C9041DB Discount Code: LAIDBACK20 (valid until May 24th, 2026) Grab a pair👢 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FN77D2LB?maas=maas_adg_68027F77F27DEBD0D2D5D03A32D6BD0E_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas; Discount Code 15% off: THELAID15 Check more about KalKal boots https://www.amazon.com/kalkal?maas=maas_adg_FF560437EB3BAB4BF2FFB8D6A68D54E5_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas; Affiliate Links: -trays: https://amzn.to/4kpnHjc -self watering bucket inserts: https://amzn.to/473Ah1U Chapters: 00:00 – Intro Quick hello and why these 5 tips can make a big difference in your garden 00:21 – Plant for Success Choosing plants that actually thrive in your area 01:50 – Soil Temperature Why planting too early can slow growth 02:33 – Sunlight Matters How to make the most of your sunniest spots 04:50 – Watering Schedule Planning ahead so summer heat doesn’t catch you off guard 06:11 – Fertilizer Routine A simple system to keep your garden productive all season 07:20 – Bonus Tips Tracking your plants and keeping birds away from your harvest #garden #gardentips #gardening #beginnergardening #howtogarden #thelaidbackhomestead #backyardgardening #smallspacegardening #containergardening #homestead https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYLk_hM4XQpvVxepdDtNcNIlPspv4e8QO 🌱 Welcome to The Laid-Back Homestead! 🌱 Here we inspire everyone to grow food in ANY space—backyards, balconies, or indoors. From gardening and hydroponics to cooking, preserving, and homesteading, I share simple, practical tips to help you grow more and enjoy your harvest. Subscribe and join our community of growers and homesteaders. Let’s grow something amazing—together!