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[-] happysplinter@lemmy.world 0 points 3 weeks ago

I do this, but I swear I spend so much on potting soil, and containers (though now that I have enough that cost is taken care of) that I'm not sure it's saving me anything. I'd love to plant into the ground but I've got hard soil so I'd have to rent a tiller and amend the soil for ages, which is also an additional cost. Still planning on planting tons of potatoes, various tomatoes, and an herb garden this spring. It's an enjoyable hobby, but it is just that; a hobby. Those tend to be expensive, at least the ones I choose.

[-] GaMEChld@lemmy.world 0 points 3 weeks ago

Why not start with what you got and improve the quality over time as you can, rather than hope for maximum efficiency setup from scratch. Like maybe rent the tiller and just see what grows with the soil as is? Then compost and fertilize.

Like change the parameters of the game. See how much you can do with as little money as possible. It might be less time efficient, but more cash efficient, if that's what you care about.

Remember it's YOUR, hobby, you make the rules of the game, then play it.

[-] happysplinter@lemmy.world 1 points 2 weeks ago

This is a really good idea! Thank you!!

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