June 3 -- New gardeners are wondering how to get started or what plants are best and easiest to start with. As with all new hobbies, the best way to start and grow is with something simple - and believe it or not, even those who have been gardening for years are still learning.
Gardening can be a lot of fun, but to get the most out of it, you need to be successful. Some plant traits that new gardeners should be aware of are low maintenance. Check out our list of the best plants for new gardeners below.
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