While organic gardening is normally extremely enjoyable and relaxing, it can also cause you major problems if you don’t know exactly what you’re doing. With these tips, you should become a very successful organic gardener.
Turn the handles of your garden tools into measuring rulers. Tools with substantial handles, like rakes, hoes and large shovels are great for taking measurements. Just lay your tool down on the floor then lay a yardstick beside the handle. Label the distances onto them using a permanent marker pen. Now, every time you work in your garden, you are going to have a powerful ruler at the touch of your fingertips.
Healthy soil will also assist in your battle against pests. If you have healthy looking plants, they are stronger and more resistant to diseases and bugs. So give your garden a kick start by beginning with a healthy batch of natural and organic soil.
If you are going to be doing some horticulture, watch out for stink bugs, especially in the fall! They thrive on fruits, citrus, peppers and various beans. If not managed well, they can wreak havoc on your garden.
Before you start planting your garden, plan it out. Planning gives you a map of your garden. When your plants begin sprouting and all look alike, you can refer to your plan to remind yourself of which plants are which. This can also help prevent you from losing smaller plants or smaller groups of plants within a larger garden area.
See to it that you fertilize your garden. While a lot of people use manure, it is better to choose fertilizer from a reputable company, as this will reduce the risk of any pathogens getting into your soil. Although there are plenty of fertilizer choices, don’t be concerned with which one you use; just be sure to use one.
If you are just starting out, follow all the guidelines and rules on your chemicals and tools. Irritation of the skin or even more serious injuries are possible if you ignore manufacturer’s directions. Following instructions for the use of harsh chemicals can keep you safe from serious injury.
During the hottest hours of each day, your vegetables become too soft, and even gentle harvesting will cause damage and bruising. Also ensure that you use a tool to cut the vegetables off at the vine. If you just yank or twist the whole plant, it may become damaged.
Get your kids to help you grow your organic garden. Helping a garden grow is an excellent learning experience for kids, and it allows your family to spend time together while creating healthy, nutritious foods.
Organic Gardening
Organic gardening does take some effort, but anyone can do if they approach it with the right attitude. With hard work and patience, you will be happy with the end result–a fabulous organic garden. By applying the advice of the preceding paragraphs, you’ll set sail for a beautiful organic gardening horizon.
Originally posted 2014-03-03 21:31:29.
