how did i turn a patch of dirt into my own veggie paradise?

Last spring, I stared at my sad, empty backyard and thought, why not try growing something? I started with tomatoes and basil because they seemed forgiving. I dug into the soil, mixed in some compost, and hoped for the best. Watering became my favorite part of the day. I noticed the plants loved morning sun, so I shifted a few pots around. That tiny change made a huge difference—my basil exploded! I learned to pinch off the tops to keep them bushy. Watching those first tomatoes ripen was wild. I felt so proud, I started sharing herbs with neighbors. Turns out, a little daily care and some sunlight can turn any patch of dirt into a happy, green escape. #gardening #backyardgarden #growyourown