About Me

Updated: September 15, 2025
Author: Jake Meadows
Site: Garden Growth Tips — gardengrowthtip.com

Hi, I’m Jake

I’m a lifelong plant nerd who turned a tiny balcony plot into a productive garden—and then a backyard full of raised beds, herbs, and fruit trees. I started Garden Growth Tips to share practical, step-by-step advice that helps busy people grow more in less space, with fewer mistakes and less guesswork.

What you’ll find here

  • Beginner-friendly guides: soil basics, sunlight, watering, troubleshooting
  • Crop how-tos: seeds to harvest for vegetables, herbs, and small fruit
  • Containers and small spaces: balconies, patios, and raised beds
  • Seasonal checklists: what to start, plant, prune, and protect each month
  • Problem solving: pests, diseases, nutrient issues, and common failures
  • Tools and setups: simple gear that actually makes a difference

My goal is to make gardening feel achievable, even if you’ve never kept a plant alive. I test methods, track results, and publish what consistently works.

My approach

  • Clarity over theory: short lists, clear steps, photos when useful
  • Right plant, right place: choose varieties that match your conditions
  • Soil health first: compost, drainage, and practical amendments
  • Budget-smart: start with essentials and add only what pays off
  • Safety and labels: use tools and products as directed; when in doubt, read the label and local guidance

Why I built this site

When I was getting started, I lost plants to overwatering, poor soil, and timing mistakes. Garden Growth Tips exists to shorten that learning curve and help you harvest sooner with fewer setbacks.

Start here

  • How to Build a Simple Raised Bed
  • The No-Fail Seed Starting Guide
  • Watering: Exactly How Much and How Often
  • The 5 Common Mistakes New Gardeners Make
  • Container Gardening for Small Spaces
  • Month-by-Month Garden Planner

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Support and disclosures

Garden Growth Tips is free to read. We fund the site with display advertising (Google AdSense, Journey by Mediavine, and Ezoic) and may use affiliate links where relevant. I only recommend tools I’ve tested or would use myself. See the Privacy Policy, Cookies Policy, and Terms of Use for details.

Work with me

I’m open to select projects that align with the site’s mission—product testing, long-form tutorials, or sponsorships that bring real value to readers. For inquiries, email contact@gardengrowthtip-com with the subject line “Garden Growth Tips Collaboration.”

Contact

  • Email: contact@gardengrowthtip-com
  • Social: [links, optional]