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Sweet Roots Farm & Flora
Trays of tiny seedlings on metal tables inside a greenhouse

start with a seed

Grow your own

why bother?

It just feels good

I'll be honest: I think growing even a little of your own food makes you eat a little better and feel a little better.

And then there's the joy of it. The first time you pick something you grew yourself, even a handful of herbs or one tiny tomato, you'll get it. You don't need a farm. You just need a pot, some soil, and a little patience. 🌱

where to begin

A few tips for beginners

Simple things that work in our corner of Utah.

  • tip 1

    Start small

    A couple of pots or one little bed is plenty. It's much easier to love gardening when it isn't overwhelming.

  • tip 2

    Begin with the easy stuff

    Herbs, lettuce, radishes, and green beans forgive a lot of beginner mistakes. Ask us which veggies do well here.

  • tip 3

    Good soil is everything

    Healthy soil makes healthy plants. A good potting mix or some compost worked in is the best thing you can give a new garden.

  • tip 4

    Know your frost dates

    Our valley can surprise you with a cold snap. Ask us when it's safe to plant what you're growing, and keep a sheet handy just in case.

  • tip 5

    Water deep, and less often

    In our dry high-desert air, a long drink now and then beats a little sprinkle every day. It helps roots reach down and get strong.

  • tip 6

    Ask us anything

    No question is too small. We learned by asking, too, and we'd love to help you figure out what your plants need.

Young plant starts in green pots lined up on a greenhouse bench

what we carry for growers

Everything to get going

  • Vegetable seeds
  • Potting soil
  • Organic plant fertilizers
  • Vegetable starts
  • Honest advice, free of charge
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on our wish list

Grow-your-own classes are on our wish listDraft

Teaching people to grow their own food is close to my heart, and we'd love to host classes for it. Nothing is scheduled yet. Follow along on Facebook and you'll be the first to know.

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