What gardening supplies help a household grow its own food?

Questions about gardening and self-sufficiency

Why heirloom seeds?

Heirloom (open-pollinated) varieties grow true from saved seed, so one purchase can keep producing year after year.

What is the fastest food to grow?

Sprouts are ready in a few days on a kitchen counter, and microgreens in one to three weeks.

How do I start with little space?

Grow bags, containers and a sunny windowsill grow herbs, greens, potatoes and tomatoes on a patio.

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