Someone just starting out growing will be hard-pressed to find a more welcoming place to begin. I probably talked to Joe four or five times before I ever bought anything. There was no sales pressure at all; just a friendly and knowledgeable guy whose passion for his craft is contagious. And as one of the other reviewers here mentioned, Joe is super-generous. No matter what you're interested in growing, Falls Church Hydro should be on the top of your list.