I'd LOVE to start gardening organically in my backyard, and I think I've got enough time to put some real love into it. But here's the thing: everything I've tried to grow, dies. Bugs get it, I overwater, I underwater...it doesn't get enough sun...I'm just NOT a natural. I over AND underthink the whole thing.
So I'd love to know of any beginner gardening resources: websites, classes, books, DVD's...anything that will help me and educate me on the matter.
I live in Southern California with VERY dry, hard soil....but the soil in my backyard has never been treated with chemicals or anything like that, it's pretty untouched.

So ANY advice would be appreciated :) Thanks!

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(When do I start planting? How small should I start? Should I do seeds, or pre-nurseried plants?)