If you are new to gardening, or recently moved to a new location, a visit to your local Agricultural Extension Agency can reap you a ton of information about growing plants successfully in your particular area.

Unlike books and videos, that are more general, the information you get will be very specific to your local growing conditions. They take into account soil type and weather patterns specific to your region.

They have many free booklets on when to plant things, what varieties do best in your area (especially for food crops). They offer many talks and demonstrations on how to garden successfully. More >