Running out of ways to spark conversation in your gardening community? Quick, playful prompts can be just what you need to get members talking and sharing. Try these This or That templates to inspire fun and easy engagement, no matter your group size or platform.
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This or That prompts work so well because they lower the barrier to participation. Members do not need to craft long answers or feel pressure to be experts. With just a simple choice, everyone can jump in and feel included.
These questions tap into the psychology of preferences and identity. People love sharing their tastes, especially when options are relatable and lighthearted. The contrast between two choices makes it easy for anyone to respond, and seeing others' answers often sparks further conversation or friendly debate.
For gardening communities, these prompts connect members over shared hobbies, plant choices, and seasonal habits. They also help newcomers find common ground and regulars find a fun way to check in, keeping the group lively and accessible.
Tomatoes or cucumbers - which would you rather grow?
💡 Example: "Tomatoes or cucumbers - which would you rather grow?"
Morning watering or evening watering - which do you prefer?
💡 Example: "Morning watering or evening watering - which do you prefer?"
Raised beds or in-ground gardens - what is your pick?
💡 Example: "Raised beds or in-ground gardens - what is your pick?"
Sunflowers or roses - which would you plant?
💡 Example: "Sunflowers or roses - which would you plant?"
Compost pile or compost tumbler - which do you use?
💡 Example: "Compost pile or compost tumbler - which do you use?"
Herbs indoors or herbs outdoors - where do you grow yours?
💡 Example: "Herbs indoors or herbs outdoors - where do you grow yours?"
Mulch or no mulch - what is your garden style?
💡 Example: "Mulch or no mulch - what is your garden style?"
Pruning shears or garden scissors - which do you reach for?
💡 Example: "Pruning shears or garden scissors - which do you reach for?"
Native plants or exotic plants - what do you prefer to grow?
💡 Example: "Native plants or exotic plants - what do you prefer to grow?"
Seeds or seedlings - how do you start your garden?
💡 Example: "Seeds or seedlings - how do you start your garden?"
Gardening gloves or bare hands - which team are you on?
💡 Example: "Gardening gloves or bare hands - which team are you on?"
Watering can or hose - what is your go-to for watering?
💡 Example: "Watering can or hose - what is your go-to for watering?"
Annuals or perennials - what fills your beds?
💡 Example: "Annuals or perennials - what fills your beds?"
Garden gnomes or wind chimes - which would you decorate with?
💡 Example: "Garden gnomes or wind chimes - which would you decorate with?"
Butterflies or bees - which pollinator do you love spotting?
💡 Example: "Butterflies or bees - which pollinator do you love spotting?"
Spring planting or fall planting - which is your favorite season?
💡 Example: "Spring planting or fall planting - which is your favorite season?"
Succulents or ferns - which would you pick for a shady spot?
💡 Example: "Succulents or ferns - which would you pick for a shady spot?"
Gardening podcasts or gardening books - how do you learn?
💡 Example: "Gardening podcasts or gardening books - how do you learn?"
Veggie patch or flower garden - what would you choose if you had to pick one?
💡 Example: "Veggie patch or flower garden - what would you choose if you had to pick one?"
Lawn or wildflower meadow - which would you rather see outside your window?
💡 Example: "Lawn or wildflower meadow - which would you rather see outside your window?"
Rainwater or tap water - what do you use for your plants?
💡 Example: "Rainwater or tap water - what do you use for your plants?"
Big harvest or beautiful blooms - what is more satisfying?
💡 Example: "Big harvest or beautiful blooms - what is more satisfying?"
Plant markers or memory - how do you keep track of what you planted?
💡 Example: "Plant markers or memory - how do you keep track of what you planted?"
Pest prevention or pest rescue - what is your strategy?
💡 Example: "Pest prevention or pest rescue - what is your strategy?"
Shovel or trowel - which tool do you use most?
💡 Example: "Shovel or trowel - which tool do you use most?"
Grow lights or sunny window - how do you start seedlings?
💡 Example: "Grow lights or sunny window - how do you start seedlings?"
Daisies or tulips - which would you pick for a spring bouquet?
💡 Example: "Daisies or tulips - which would you pick for a spring bouquet?"
Gardening solo or with friends - how do you prefer to dig in?
💡 Example: "Gardening solo or with friends - how do you prefer to dig in?"
Repotting or pruning - which task do you enjoy more?
💡 Example: "Repotting or pruning - which task do you enjoy more?"
Organic fertilizer or synthetic - what is your go-to?
💡 Example: "Organic fertilizer or synthetic - what is your go-to?"
Gardening hat or sunscreen - what is your sun protection pick?
💡 Example: "Gardening hat or sunscreen - what is your sun protection pick?"
Gardening apps or paper journals - how do you track progress?
💡 Example: "Gardening apps or paper journals - how do you track progress?"
Fruits or veggies - what is your favorite to grow?
💡 Example: "Fruits or veggies - what is your favorite to grow?"
Peas or beans - which would you plant along your fence?
💡 Example: "Peas or beans - which would you plant along your fence?"
Plant swap or plant sale - which do you prefer for finding new plants?
💡 Example: "Plant swap or plant sale - which do you prefer for finding new plants?"
Weed by hand or use a tool - what is your weeding style?
💡 Example: "Weed by hand or use a tool - what is your weeding style?"
Bird feeders or bird baths - which do you have in your garden?
💡 Example: "Bird feeders or bird baths - which do you have in your garden?"
Harvest baskets or buckets - how do you gather your crops?
💡 Example: "Harvest baskets or buckets - how do you gather your crops?"
Potatoes or carrots - which root veggie would you rather grow?
💡 Example: "Potatoes or carrots - which root veggie would you rather grow?"
Garden planning or spontaneous planting - what is your approach?
💡 Example: "Garden planning or spontaneous planting - what is your approach?"
Pet-friendly plants or showy houseplants - what do you choose for indoors?
💡 Example: "Pet-friendly plants or showy houseplants - what do you choose for indoors?"
Pick a template that fits your community's mood or the current season. Post it as a standalone question, in your Stories, or as a weekly recurring feature. Encourage members to share their pick and, if they like, a quick reason why. React to answers to keep momentum going. For more visibility, pin your prompt or use eye-catching visuals, but keep the question easy to answer at a glance.
For all platforms, keep your This or That questions concise and visually clear. Use emojis or images if supported, and consider using polls where available for quick participation. Adapt your copy slightly for each platform's format, such as Stories, feed posts, or group chats, but keep the core question unchanged. Always follow up with reactions or comments to maintain engagement.
It's best to mix both! Seasonal prompts like 'direct sowing in spring vs. starting seeds indoors' engage members at the right time, while classic debates like 'raised beds vs. in-ground planting' remain relevant all year. Adjust prompts to your group's climate zones and active gardening periods for maximum participation.
Pose prompts such as 'compost tea vs. synthetic fertilizer' or 'hand-picking pests vs. chemical controls.' To deepen the conversation, encourage members to explain their choices and share real-life outcomes. This not only drives engagement but educates members on sustainable practices and alternative techniques.
Create prompts that specifically reference varied space requirements, like 'container tomatoes vs. in-ground tomatoes' or 'vertical gardening vs. traditional rows.' You can also ask about tool preferences or space-saving strategies. This acknowledges all experience levels and garden types within your community.
Absolutely! Prompts such as 'diatomaceous earth vs. neem oil for aphids' or 'cover cropping vs. mulching for soil health' invite members to share advice and results. These scenarios tap into real-life experiences and tips, fostering collaborative problem-solving among gardeners.
Frame questions like 'Roma vs. Cherry tomatoes' or 'Blue Lake vs. Kentucky Wonder pole beans.' This encourages seasoned gardeners to share why they prefer certain varieties, making it easier for new members to make informed planting decisions based on taste, yield, or disease resistance.
Include prompts such as 'growing lavender in Zone 5 vs. Zone 9' or 'drought-tolerant natives vs. traditional annuals.' Encourage members to mention their USDA hardiness or RHS zones in their responses, so advice and preferences are tailored to specific local conditions.
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