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Get Your Garden Started: 5 Gardening Tips for Beginners

Starting a garden in Saudi Arabia? Whether you’re growing on a rooftop in Jeddah or a shaded balcony in Riyadh, a great garden begins with a smart plan. Here are 5 beginner-friendly tips to help you grow confidently — and enjoy the journey.

1. Visualize Before You Plant

Before buying seeds or seedlings, ask yourself what excites you most. Fresh herbs for tea? Tomatoes for salad? Flowers to attract butterflies? Choose 4–5 varieties max for your first season so you stay focused and successful.

Now consider the location: does your spot get at least 6 hours of sunlight? Is it windy or shaded in the afternoon? Raised beds, containers, or grow bags can help you create a controlled space that works for your environment.

2. Start with Seedlings or Pre-Planned Sets

If you're just starting, consider using seedlings — young plants that have already germinated. They give you a head start and are easier to manage. Or try a curated seed set from Botanvia — like tomatoes, basil, lettuce, and cucumbers designed to grow well together in our climate.

3. Think Small with Containers

Don’t have space for a full garden? No problem. Many Botanvia seeds are perfect for pots and grow bags. Just make sure your container has drainage holes and is filled with quality potting mix, not garden soil.

You can even mix varieties: tomatoes with basil, or chives with cucumbers. Just check that they enjoy the same light and water needs.

4. Join the Local Green Community

Gardening is always better together. Look for local gardening groups online, visit plant fairs or nurseries, or follow Saudi-based garden accounts for regional advice. Public gardens and urban farms often offer workshops and seasonal events worth exploring.

5. Keep a Gardening Journal

Write down what you planted, where, and when. Note how each variety performed, what thrived, and what didn’t. You’ll thank yourself next season when planning your garden again. Bonus: take photos of your garden's progress — it’s the best way to track your growth and celebrate success.

Every garden has a learning curve, and that’s the fun of it. Start small, grow with intention, and enjoy every green moment along the way.

Explore Botanvia’s beginner-friendly seed collections and let your garden journey begin. Green Starts Here.