Easy-to-grow plants for gardening amateurs

Some plants are easier to grow than others, and it simply means that some plants adjust better to its immediate surroundings and need less pruning, pinching, and maintenance. If you just started gardening, these kinds of plants will send you off to a great start. Here are examples of easy plants to add to your budding garden.

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ZZ Plant: ZZ plants are tough, sturdy plants that will grow without the usual caring that most plants need. It thrives in low light and can grow in the worst conditions imaginable (no water, no light, and filled with pests). Even experienced gardeners would agree that this plant is one of the easiest plants to grow.

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Salad greens: If you’re looking for something edible, start growing salad greens. Lettuce, spinach, arugula, and corn salad are relatively easy to grow. Make sure to plant the seeds in spring and fall so you can harvest all year long. Not only can you give yourself a pat on the back for growing these greens yourself, but you’ll also lead a healthy lifestyle by eating them as well.

Radishes: Expert gardeners recommend planting radish for amateurs. Radishes thrive well in bad conditions and bad soil, making it a low-maintenance crop. Plant the seeds during spring and fall.

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