Start Your First Garden
A COURSE ON THE BASICS OF GROWING ORGANICALLY
Get short, actionable lessons on growing healthy food and flowers using sustainable methods. No green thumb required.
Ever said to yourself, "I want to have a garden, but..."
It can be overwhelming to figure where to start. And frustrating if your efforts fail. You shouldn't have to waste time or money to grow food and flowers.
We've helped thousands of gardeners learn the basics. Our step-by-step plan for creating a sustainable garden will work for you too.
During the Start Your First Garden class, you'll pick the perfect spot, prepare the soil, figure out what to plant when, and get growing! Soon, you'll be enjoying fresh veggies and colorful flowers from your very own garden.
"I took Amy's program because I wanted to grow food with my family this year, but I wasn't sure how to get started. Thanks to her input, we successfully grew tomatoes, potatoes, and peas...and started a compost bin!"
- Melissa D.
"I love the environment you’ve created here! The material is simple to understand and you pick good topics that help me grow. It’s a place where people can contribute and feel like their contributions are a part of something bigger."
- Simone F.
"If I had to make the choice again, I would sign up again. Gardens That Matter has made a world of difference. I have a garden that I can eat from and delight in. That’s exactly what I wanted when I joined."
- Christine S.
What's Included?
- 10 on-demand video lessons with simple, easy-to-apply concepts
- Colorful, printable workbook to guide you through action steps
- The Gardening Success Path
- Private, online community (ad-free) where you can connect with other new and experienced gardeners to share experiences and ideas
- Access to weekly Gardener Meetups where you can get support
How It Works
1. Take the Class
Enjoy short video lessons and a workbook with clear action steps. Get the lessons on-demand on any computer, tablet, or phone.
2. Plant
Now for the fun part! We help you decide on a location, pick plants, find local supplies, and get the timing right.
3. Enjoy Your Garden
Savor homegrown foods and a beautiful space, complete with visiting pollinators. Get ongoing support in our community.
Meet Your Guide
Hi! I'm Amy Landers. 
I grew up in my family's garden, but I made lots of mistakes when I set out on my own. Planted okra too early and lettuce too late. Tomatoes with gorgeous leaves...and no fruit. 
I wanted to grow organically, but didn't know where to start.
Today, my husband Colby and I harvest delicious foods from a "beyond organic" garden in Western North Carolina. Our yard is full of flowers and fascinating wildlife. The kids enjoy time outside with us (though they seem to disappear when it's time to weed). Still, I love knowing they can eat strawberries and cherry tomatoes right off the vine without worry.
I've been writing and teaching about nature for more than twenty years. We founded Gardens That Matter in 2015 to help gardeners who want to grow healthy food and a healthy planet.
I look forward to hearing about your experiences and supporting your gardening journey!
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Our Guarantee
Try Gardens That Matter...100% RISK FREE.
Your class comes with our 30-day unconditional money-back guarantee. We are confident that we can help you get started on your gardening journey.
If you aren't satisfied, you can simply send me an email (amy@gardensthatmatter.com) requesting a refund, and I'll make arrangements immediately.
The best part is this: If you think this class will help in your gardening journey, you should join today. Because you can watch lessons, explore the workbook, get support from us...and see if it's right for you. No guess work needed. Come see for yourself!
I want you to be thrilled with your purchase. That's why I'm happy to offer this guarantee.
Scholarships
We aim to keep our programs affordable, while also paying our employees well for their work producing classes and supporting students. To ensure gardening (and learning about it) is inclusive and accessible, we offer scholarships. If cost is a barrier, please send us an email or schedule a short call.
Grow with us this year!
Join Start Your First Garden and make progress toward growing better food, a better life, and a better planet!