1. You’re not a data person
When you think of a data person, you likely envision someone with extensive coding and statistical expertise. Perhaps even machine learning capabilities for making predictions about which plants will thrive in your garden! But this isn’t the case for everyone – and you don’t even need to be an expert data scientist to get started!
One of the best ways to start collecting gardening data is through Garden Benchmarking. This powerful yet straightforward tool allows you to compare your garden with those benchmarks of other public gardens around America and even abroad. This data reveals trends and helps you comprehend how successful or unsuccessful your garden has performed compared to peers within its industry. Furthermore, it gives you all of the tools necessary for improvement that will boost performance this year and help reach goals set forth for next year – all free!
2. You’re not a data analyst
For non-data analysts, the prospect of using Big Data to better understand customers and enhance product offerings may seem like something out of science fiction. Sure, you’ll get assistance from your Data Services team when needed, but to truly reap these rewards you must get in there and start digging. However, it’s not as straightforward as searching through customer and product databases to see what can be discovered if you don’t know where to look. The best approach for accomplishing this goal is having a sound data strategy in place along with an ongoing improvement plan for gradual improvements over time.
3. You don’t have the time
Gardening is an excellent exercise, it produces clean air, conserves wildlife, provides vitamin D and helps prevent dementia. Not only that but it can also cultivate feelings of empowerment, connection and creative calm too – not to mention reduce your carbon footprint and eat healthier too! Plus it’s a fun way to spend time with family and friends and build community ties that last a lifetime – all for free! So why not get started now? With more time on hand for other activities you enjoy most as well as long-lasting community ties formed through gardening will become even better in the end!
4. You don’t know where to start
Gardening is an enjoyable way to spend time outdoors, but it can seem overwhelming if you’re new at it. Start by tackling one section of the garden at a time so you don’t get overwhelmed. Additionally, label your plants for easier weeding and more control over what grows where. Cover areas you don’t want cultivate with cardboard or black plastic so weeds don’t take root.
There are lots of ways to keep your garden healthy and productive. Don’t forget to enjoy the fruits of your labor – create borders where people can sit comfortably, hang bird feeders so you can watch birds and squirrels feed, or create an area for friends and family to relax in.
