The odds are fairly good that you have heard about organic foods or have seen them at the grocery store. You are probably aware of which foods are organic. These foods are not packaged the same and tend to cost much more. Read this article to learn how to create your very own organic garden.
Plant a little catnip or wheatgrass in the area surrounding the plants that your cat is devouring. It may also work to add citrus peelings or mothballs to the soil of the plants, because the odor is unpleasant to cats.
If growing vegetables, make sure they are in a location in your garden where they will be exposed daily to at least six hours of the sun. Most vegetables need at least that much sun for optimal growth speed. This also rings true for some of the flowers.
If you find yourself in love with mint leaves, but not with how they dominate a garden, read on. That’s why it’s better to place mint in containers rather than letting it have free rein in your garden. This container can be placed in the soil if you prefer the look of mint in your garden, and it will continue to contain the roots of your mint and prevent it from taking over.
Split up irises. Overgrown clumps of irises can be divided up to increase your numbers of this lovely flower. When the foliage dies it’s time to lift the bulbous irises out of the ground. You will be able to split the bulb easily and replant it to get more flowers next year. If you have a rhizome you will need to split it with a knife. Cut healthy pieces from the root stalk and throw out the dead center. Every piece should contain a strong offshoot. Replant each one immediately.
Pick your vegetables when the temperature is moderate to avoid bruising them. Vegetables and fruits should always be cut from the vine, not twisted; twisting subjects a plant to needless stress.
It’s simple to quickly prepare your soil for the planting of a perennial garden. Use your spade in a slicing motion to cut a flap of turf. Carefully turn the flap over, then cover the area with a three-inch layer of untreated wood chips. After a few weeks, you can then dig into the turf and plant the perennials of your choosing.
Go slowly as you plant the seeds. Before taking any other steps, you should first moisturize the soil. Then distribute the seeds so that they are evenly spaced and have sufficient room to grow. Typically, seeds should be planted at a depth that is equal to three times their size. Make sure you are not burying the seeds that need light to grow.
Organic Garden
Remember to plan for adequate spacing when you first lay out an organic garden. Many people underestimate the space needed for plants to grow to their full size. Air circulation and room to grow is important for any plant. Plan your organic garden while keeping this in mind, and space your seeds accordingly, when planting.
Apply equal portions of dried plant material and green into your compost pile. Green plant material can include old flowers, fruit waste, grass clippings, vegetable waste, and leaves. Dried plant material includes straw, sawdust, shredded paper, cardboard, and dried and cut-up woody material. Avoid using ashes, charcoal, diseased plants and meat-eating animal manure.
Growing your garden at home might not be the most convenient thing for you, but you will save a lot of money and always have the confidence that what you’re eating and feeding your family is as fresh and as healthy as possible. Use the tips you’ve learned here and get started on your garden today.
Originally posted 2013-12-16 02:56:35.
