Is this even possible and what kind of plants would I use?
It all depends where home is located. If it is in a cooler are where gardens are planted in April, then you probably can. But if its where the temperatures are warmer, like where I am (Texas), we plant our garden starting after Valentines with turnips and potatoes. In early March we plant cool season crops such as broccoli and in mid-March we plant beans, corm, squash, peppers, etc. Many agricultural colleges have web sites that have loads of information, so you might see if one in your area does. You might try your local Agricultural Extension Office and see what information they may have for gardening. Or you might be able to ask someone in your home area for advice as they might have information on when to plant but may also know what varieties do well there.
Go for it! We have a small area in our yard and I always had my head set to do something beautiful with it. I bought some Rubber Mulch from this company called Rubberecycle and went to WalMart for some other knickknacks and my garden looks gorgeous! Was so easy and best of all, I don't have to keep it up!
Yes! It's best to start early like in June. You can even have them in pots which will work fine. You can do the basics: Tomatoes (Moutain pride), zuccini, broccoli, peppers... Just water it at least 3 times a week... Good luck!
Yes, I would plant sturdy flowers that don't require much maintenance, such as lily of the valley or day lillys A few Alberta spruce trees might be good, too. Hostas would be good, too.
