Struggling to keep your gardening community active and resourceful? Inviting members to share their favorite gardening tools, articles, or videos can spark fresh discussions and collective learning. Use these Recommend a Resource templates to encourage helpful knowledge exchange and make your community a go-to hub for practical gardening tips.
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Inviting members to recommend resources taps into the natural desire to be helpful and share discoveries. This approach builds trust and positions your community as a valuable source of curated, real-world gardening advice. When people exchange useful content, they not only engage more but also feel invested in the group’s collective success.
Resource-sharing prompts are especially effective because they create low-barrier entry points for participation. Members of all experience levels can contribute, from beginners sharing a favorite YouTube tutorial to seasoned gardeners introducing niche tools. Sharing also brings diversity to the conversation, ensuring the group benefits from a wide array of perspectives and methods.
Over time, these posts help your community build a living library of trusted gardening resources. This collective knowledge base supports both peer learning and deeper member relationships, making your space both educational and welcoming.
What is one gardening article or blog post you keep coming back to? Please share the link and why it is helpful.
💡 Example: "I always reread this composting guide from Planet Natural. It helped me master hot composting!"
Have you found a must-have gardening tool recently? Share what it is and how it changed your routine.
💡 Example: "I started using a hori hori knife this year. Makes weeding and transplanting so much easier!"
Drop your favorite gardening podcast or YouTube channel. What do you love about it?
💡 Example: "Garden Answer on YouTube is my go-to for flower bed inspiration and practical demos."
What gardening app do you use most? Tell us how it helps you plan or track your garden.
💡 Example: "I use Gardenize to log my plantings and set watering reminders."
Share a helpful gardening infographic or cheat sheet you have saved.
💡 Example: "Here is a companion planting chart I keep on my phone for quick reference."
Is there a gardening book you recommend for beginners? Tell us why it stands out.
💡 Example: "The Vegetable Gardener's Bible was my first and is still my favorite for its clear advice."
Which website do you trust for plant care tips? Share a recent tip you used.
💡 Example: "I use The Spruce for pest control tips - their neem oil article saved my tomatoes."
Do you have a go-to seed supplier online? Share your favorite and what you like about their selection.
💡 Example: "I always order from Baker Creek. Great heirloom varieties and fast shipping."
What gardening newsletter do you subscribe to? What do you learn from it?
💡 Example: "I get the RHS email - their monthly plant suggestions are always timely."
Share a video that taught you something new about composting or soil health.
💡 Example: "This Epic Gardening video on worm bins totally changed my compost game."
Which online plant ID tool do you use and recommend? How accurate has it been for you?
💡 Example: "I use PlantSnap for quick IDs on the go. It is usually very accurate."
Has a gardening forum or online community helped you? Share the link and what you have learned.
💡 Example: "The r/gardening subreddit is great for troubleshooting and inspiration."
What resource helped you most during your first gardening season? Share the link or name.
💡 Example: "This step-by-step planting calendar from Old Farmer's Almanac kept me on track."
Found a great plant care calendar or planner? Drop the link and tell us how you use it.
💡 Example: "I use this printable garden planner to track sowing and harvest dates."
Which gardening Facebook group or page do you follow? What makes it special?
💡 Example: "I like Gardeners World on Facebook for their weekly tips and friendly members."
Share a tool review or comparison that helped you choose between products.
💡 Example: "This pruner comparison from Fine Gardening made my decision easy."
Is there a gardening course or webinar you recommend? How did it help your skills?
💡 Example: "I took the free Home Composting course from the extension office and learned so much."
What resource helped you identify and treat common plant pests? Share your go-to guide.
💡 Example: "This University extension pest chart is my first stop for diagnosis."
Recommend a gardening Instagram account with beautiful or educational posts.
💡 Example: "I love @urbanjungling for creative container garden ideas."
Share a link to a plant database you use for quick info on care or propagation.
💡 Example: "Dave's Garden database is my go-to for plant info."
Is there a local gardening resource you think others should know about? Tell us how it helps.
💡 Example: "Our city garden club offers free soil testing every spring."
What gardening magazine or publication do you read for inspiration or advice?
💡 Example: "I subscribe to Gardeners World for great monthly projects."
Share a resource that helped you design your garden layout. What was most useful?
💡 Example: "This free garden planner app let me map out my raised beds before building."
Which gardening influencer or blogger do you trust for honest advice? Share their blog or handle.
💡 Example: "I follow Joe Gardener for practical, science-based tips."
Have you found a helpful planting zone map? Share where to find it and why it matters.
💡 Example: "I use the USDA plant hardiness map to pick the right varieties for my area."
Recommend a video or guide for starting seeds indoors.
💡 Example: "This beginner seed starting video by MIGardener made the process simple."
Share a resource for organic gardening tips. How has it helped your garden?
💡 Example: "Rodale Institute's website is full of organic gardening advice."
Which gardening event calendar or expo site do you check for upcoming workshops?
💡 Example: "I find local events on the Master Gardeners association website."
What online nursery do you trust for healthy plants? Share your experience.
💡 Example: "I have always had great luck with White Flower Farm. Plants arrive healthy and well-packed."
Share a gardening meme page or account that makes you laugh.
💡 Example: "I follow @plantparentmemes for daily gardening laughs."
Recommend a resource for building raised beds or garden structures.
💡 Example: "This Instructables guide for raised beds is step-by-step and easy to follow."
What weather app or tool do you use to track frost dates or rainfall?
💡 Example: "I use Weather Underground to watch for late frosts in spring."
Share a go-to garden pest or disease ID chart you have bookmarked.
💡 Example: "I keep this Missouri Botanical Garden pest chart handy when something looks off."
Which gardening Facebook Marketplace group or used tool exchange do you recommend?
💡 Example: "Our local Buy Nothing group is great for swapping extra pots and tools."
Has a gardening mentor or expert shared a resource that changed your approach? Tell us about it.
💡 Example: "My neighbor recommended a no-dig gardening book that totally changed my soil prep."
Share a printable garden log or journal template you use to track progress.
💡 Example: "Here is a free garden journal I print each spring to track plantings."
What resource helped you with native or pollinator-friendly gardening? Share your favorite.
💡 Example: "The Xerces Society's plant lists are my go-to for pollinator gardening."
Do you have a favorite resource for vertical gardening or small spaces? Share how it helped.
💡 Example: "I learned a lot from this DIY vertical planter video on YouTube."
Share a resource for troubleshooting yellowing leaves or other plant issues.
💡 Example: "This University of Minnesota page helps diagnose plant leaf problems by color and pattern."
What gardening resource do you wish you found sooner? Share it with the group.
💡 Example: "Wish I had found this succession planting chart years ago!"
To make the most of these templates, post them regularly and vary the types of resources you ask for. Pin or highlight especially valuable shares to inspire others. Encourage members to explain how they use the resource and why they find it helpful. Consider tagging or mentioning members who might have recommendations, and thank contributors to reinforce positive sharing habits.
These templates are designed for all platforms. Adjust formatting based on your platform's features: use threads or comments for follow-ups, tag users where possible, and use polls or reactions to let members vote on favorite resources. Always provide clear CTAs and make it easy for members to reply or share links.
Aim to post a Recommend a Resource prompt weekly or during quieter periods to keep the conversation active and members engaged.
Encourage members to describe the resource and share the name or author if a link is not available. This still adds value for others.
Tag or mention members who are likely to have suggestions, thank contributors, and compile shared resources into a featured post to highlight participation.
Yes, the variety of prompts ensures everyone can contribute, from newcomers sharing basic guides to experts recommending advanced tools.
Yes, review links and recommendations for relevance and safety. Remove spam or off-topic content to maintain a helpful environment.
Kindly notify the community and suggest alternatives if possible. Encourage members to share current resources to keep the list fresh.
Use polls, reactions, or comments to let members vote on favorites. Create a pinned post or resource library with top picks for easy reference.