Beginner's Guide to Mediterranean Gardening

Grow confidently with simple, actionable steps. Our composting-first approach nurtures soil health, helping your garden flourish with little waste and maximum flavor.

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Starting with compost: turn greens into garden gold

Learn the basics of composting, ideal materials, and simple routines for busy beginners.

Composting Soil Health

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Container gardening with Mediterranean herbs

Grow thyme, oregano, and basil in compact, sun-loving beds with minimal water.

Herbs Low Water

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Soil first: testing and improving your bed prep

Simple checks to ensure your soil is ready for seasonal planting.

Soil Prep

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Small space gardening: maximizing yields

Techniques for balcony, patio, and urban spaces with a composting twist.

Urban Compact

Composting Essentials

A beginner-friendly approach to turning kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich soil amendments. Balance greens and browns, keep microbes busy, and watch your garden respond.

Start with a simple compost bin or tumbler
Layer greens (kitchen scraps) and browns (dry leaves, cardboard)
Maintain moisture like a wrung-out sponge
Turn occasionally to aerate

Beginner Tips for Mediterranean-Style Gardens

Choose drought-tolerant varieties suited to sun-drenched days
Use compost as a base to improve soil structure
Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
Water deeply but infrequently to promote deep roots

Resources

Explore practical guides, starter routines, and beginner-friendly project ideas focused on composting and sustainable gardening.

Guide: Compost Setup

A concise setup for your first compost system.

Starter Plants

Low-maintenance Mediterranean herbs.

Soil Checklists

Seasonal soil improvement steps.