What to know before choosing a garden subscription
Feeding your garden once and hoping for the best is a little like watering it once in July. It's not going to end well. Plants pull nutrients from the soil all season long, and without a plan to replenish what they take, you'll notice it in smaller harvests, fewer blooms, and soil that feels more like dust than anything alive.
A garden subscription solves that by delivering targeted fertilizer, soil amendment, and application tools on an annual schedule. Instead of guessing what your tomatoes or roses need (and when they need it), everything shows up ready to go.
Here's what to look for in a good garden subscription:
- Targeted fertilizer formulas with NPK ratios matched to what you're growing, whether that's vegetables, flowers, or landscape plants
- Soil amendment included so you're building long-term soil health, not just feeding plants on the surface
- Easy application tools like a hose-end sprayer that hooks right up and gets the job done in minutes
- Coverage sized to your space so you're not overbuying or running short halfway through the season
- Annual replenishment that takes the "what do I need this year?" question off your plate entirely
How to pick the right garden subscription plan for your space
Sunday offers four garden subscription plans, each built around a different type of growing. Here's how they break down.
Veggie Garden Plan covers up to 200 sq ft and includes a 5-4-4 NPK fertilizer made for vegetables and herbs, a soil booster, and a hose-end garden sprayer. If you're growing tomatoes, peppers, basil, or anything you plan to eat, this is your plan.
Flower Garden Plan also covers up to 200 sq ft and pairs a 4-4-6 NPK flower and rose nutrient with a soil booster enriched with worm castings, plus the hose-end sprayer. It works for beds, borders, and containers of all flower types.
Veggie & Flower Garden Plan is for gardeners growing both edibles and ornamentals. You get two targeted fertilizers (5-4-5 NPK for veggies and 4-4-6 NPK for flowers), a soil booster, and the sprayer, all covering up to 200 sq ft.
Tree & Landscape Plan steps up to 500 sq ft of coverage and includes a 7-3-7 NPK garden fertilizer, a 6-3-4 NPK tree and shrub formula, and soil booster. It's built for woody plants, established landscapes, and larger garden areas.
Not sure which fits? Start with what you're growing most of. If your garden is split between veggies and flowers, the combo plan keeps things simple.
When and how to use your garden subscription products
Timing matters more than most people think. Here's a quick breakdown so you get the most from each product in your garden plan.
Soil booster: Apply to prepared soil before planting, or work it into the top layer of existing beds. This is your foundation step. It feeds the soil itself with worm castings and nutrients that help roots establish faster.
Fertilizer: Apply at the time of planting, then follow the directions on the label for ongoing feeding. Each formula is designed for a specific growing style, so the timing and frequency will vary slightly between plans.
A few practical tips to keep in mind:
- Hook up the hose-end sprayer and apply liquid fertilizer directly to the soil, not the leaves
- Apply in the morning or evening when temperatures are cooler to reduce evaporation and help absorption
- Water lightly after applying soil booster to help it settle into the bed
- Keep a consistent schedule rather than heavy, infrequent applications
Why Sunday takes a different approach to garden subscriptions
Most garden fertilizers sit on a shelf at a big-box store and leave you guessing which bag or bottle actually matches what you're growing. Sunday's garden subscription flips that by bundling targeted nutrients, soil amendment, and tools into one annual delivery built around your garden type.
Here's what makes it different:
Soil-first philosophy. Every plan includes a soil booster with worm castings and humic acid. Instead of just feeding the plant, you're feeding the soil that feeds the plant. That's how you build gardens that get stronger year over year.
Targeted NPK ratios. Vegetables, flowers, and trees have different nutritional needs. Sunday matches the formula to the plant type so you're not applying a generic mix and hoping it works.
No harsh chemicals, no guesswork. Sunday's garden nutrients are pesticide-free and formulated with ingredients like seaweed, kelp, and worm castings. Everything ships free to your door, bundled and ready to use.
You could piece it all together yourself at the hardware store. Or you could spend that time actually gardening.
Common garden subscription questions
What is included in a Sunday garden subscription plan?
Each plan includes at least one targeted fertilizer with an NPK ratio matched to your garden type, Sunday Organics Soil Booster to build healthier soil from the ground up, and a hose-end garden sprayer for easy application. The specific fertilizer depends on whether you choose a veggie, flower, combo, or tree and landscape plan. Everything ships free.
How do I choose between the Veggie, Flower, and Tree & Landscape garden plans?
Start with what you're growing. The Veggie Garden Plan is built for edible gardens like tomatoes and herbs. The Flower Garden Plan is made for beds, borders, and containers of all flower types. The Tree & Landscape Plan covers larger areas and woody plants. If you grow both edibles and ornamentals, the Veggie & Flower Garden Plan gives you both fertilizer formulas in one subscription.
When should I apply the soil booster and fertilizer from my garden plan?
Apply the soil booster to prepared soil before planting or work it into the top layer of existing beds. Apply fertilizer at the time of planting, then continue feeding as directed on the label. Morning or evening application works best since cooler temperatures help the soil absorb nutrients more effectively.
Can I use garden plan fertilizers on edible plants like vegetables and herbs?
Yes. The Veggie Garden Plan includes a 5-4-4 NPK fertilizer made for vegetables and herbs. The Veggie & Flower Garden Plan also includes this veggie formula alongside the flower nutrient, so you can feed edibles and ornamentals from the same subscription.
How is a garden subscription different from buying a garden kit?
Garden Kits like the Complete Veggie Kit, Complete Flower Kit, and Ultimate Garden Kit are one-time purchases that bundle products together at a discount. A garden subscription delivers annually, replenishing your fertilizer, soil booster, and sprayer each year so your garden stays nourished season after season without reordering.
Complete your garden care routine
A garden subscription covers your core nutrition and soil health. But a thriving garden often needs a few more things in the mix. Here are some categories worth exploring as you build out your routine.
- Garden Soil for container planting, raised beds, and refreshing tired garden beds with moisture-retaining potting mix
- Garden Tools like hand trowels, shovels, and hydration mats to make planting and maintenance easier
- Tree & Shrub for standalone trees, hedges, and ornamental shrubs that need their own feeding schedule
- Garden Kits for one-time projects where you want everything bundled together at a discount
And if you're looking to build a complete yard care routine that goes beyond the garden, Sunday's custom lawn plan pairs soil-tested nutrition with a seasonal schedule built for your specific lawn.