How to Try Gardening when You Have No Yard

You do not need a yard to learn gardening. You need a few plants that fit the light and care you can provide.

Audit the light

Watch where direct light lands and for how long. A sunny balcony, bright windowsill, or shaded entryway all support different plants.

Start with forgiving containers

Herbs, lettuce, pothos, snake plants, succulents, and small flowers can teach watering and observation without a large setup.

Keep the first season small

Too many plants make it hard to learn. Start with two or three and notice how they respond.