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Your First Indoor Garden Quiz

Just starting with indoor gardening? Test your knowledge on the basics, from lighting to harvesting, with this simple beginner's quiz.

A small pot of vibrant green lettuce growing indoors under a grow light.

Growing your own food indoors can be incredibly rewarding. It provides fresh produce year-round and connects you to what you eat. Let’s see if you’ve got the basics down!

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Which types of plants are generally considered the easiest to start with for a beginner's indoor garden?

Why is it important to use a large container or pot for your indoor plants?

What is the 'cut-and-come-again' method of harvesting lettuce?

If you don't have a sunny window, what is a common and inexpensive alternative for providing light to indoor plants?

What is one major benefit of indoor gardening compared to outdoor gardening?

What is a major reason to ensure your indoor plant pots have good drainage?

Why is it important to regularly fertilize indoor plants?

What common household item can be used to mimic a natural breeze and help indoor plants develop stronger stems?

To ensure a constant, year-round supply of fresh lettuce, what planting strategy is recommended?

Why might you take a cutting from a hybrid tomato plant instead of just planting its seeds?

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