Planting a Vegetable Garden How to plant a Vegetable Garden If you want the freshest produce possible, consider planting your own home garden—after all, you can’t get any closer to your kitchen table than your own backyard. Growing your own vegetables is thrifty, too. According to the National Gardening Association, the average family with a garden spends $70 on their crops—but they grow an estimated $600 worth of veggies! Steps to Start a Vegetable Garden To get started, here are 10 steps recommended by the National Gardening Association. 1. Choose the right location Choose a location for the garden that has plenty of sun, ample space and close proximity to your hose or water source. Find a level area to help prevent er...