After you start experimenting, Heft said you should pay attention to watering. "Deeply water 1" per week if it doesn't rain. Overwatering or "giving them a little drink" three times a week does more harm than good."
And don't overwhelm yourself. "Only plant what you'll eat. It's better to grow a big variety of stuff on fewer plants than growing too many potatoes or tomatoes," he added.
Heft stressed people should also not use fertilizer indiscriminately. "Plants will only use what they need and the rest runs off into local waterways," he said.
"This causes havoc for marine life and aquatic plants. Most soils hold plenty of nutrients for plants. If your garden has problems, the cause is usually not a lack of nutrients."
Levey added that it's important to look out for weeds. "If they start to take over, it can make the whole experience very tiresome. Also, keep an eye out for pests such as slugs and snails who can decimate young plants very easily."
"But the main tip is to grow what you enjoy eating and then enjoy growing them and eating them. It should be a happy thing to do, not a chore," she said.
And don't forget to show off your produce!
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