To evenly disperse seed and minimize waste, mix the seed with some type of filler or with fertilizer. This can prevent you from wasting money on extra seed.
You can also save money on the Roundup-type weed killer by finding an area farmer that can sell you some. Agricultural suppliers will sell a near equivalent product at prices as much as 8 times cheaper. The Roundup cost can really add up, even on a smaller plot.
You should disclose your general location and soil type - that will be a factor in what some here can suggest for planting.
Last edited by MZS; 03-08-2012 at 07:10 PM.