5 Common Gardening Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making

1. Not Testing Your Soil

Soil testing reveals pH and nutrient levels, guiding amendments for optimal plant health. Skipping this step leads to guesswork and poor results. A simple test from your extension office or garden center provides a roadmap for success.

Other common mistakes include overwatering, planting too closely, ignoring light requirements, and neglecting mulch. Each undermines plant vigor and increases maintenance.