Organic horticulture can really be an intelligent move for having a healthier diet. It does require some effort, in order to grow, though. Perhaps you are hesitating about where to begin.
Slowly acclimatize your plants to the outside environment to keep from shocking them. Put them in the sun outside for a couple of hours during the first day. Over a period of several days, slowly increase the time they are allowed to stay outside. By the time the week ends, your plants will be ready for their big move and should have no problems!
Healthy soil will be your best defense against the pests that can invade your garden. The hearty plants that will grow in a garden with rich soil can resist the bugs and diseases that weak plants can’t withstand. Begin with a high-quality soil with less chemicals to avoid salt accumulation, and you give your garden an excellent chance of growing healthy plants.
In the cold winter months, you can salvage certain plants by bringing them into the house. Find out which plants will be able to thrive despite the transplanting and different indoor conditions. Carefully dig up the plants, using caution not to disturb the roots, then transfer into a pot.
Plant bulbs in your garden if you want flowers through spring and summer. Bulbs are one of the easiest plants to grow and are hardy perennials that return each year. Find out which flowers will bloom when and then plant a variety, so that you can have fresh blooms all the way through the spring and summer!
Pre-soak your seeds through the night in a dark area. Place a couple of seeds in a tiny container, and fill it with water nearly to the top. This will give your seeds a good start by making sure they have plenty of water, which they need to sprout. The seeds will be better able to survive and grow up.
Coffee Grounds
If your soil has a problem with high alkaline levels, mixing in some coffee grounds that have been used is a great solution. Coffee grounds contain plenty of acid to get the soil back to a good balance. By amending your soils, you will help your plants grow and flourish.
As you have read, a lot of hard work and homework go into producing a plentiful organic garden. Persistence is also a necessary ingredient for success. Keep the tips offered in mind and you can see more success.
Originally posted 2013-05-18 17:27:27.
