In the world of organic horticulture, there are plenty of great resources available to both new and experienced organic gardeners alike. There are many e-guides, books, videos, and other resources available. This set of tips contains some of the best advice for helping a good organic gardener become a great organic gardener.
Put down sod correctly. Before laying the sod, the soil must be prepared. Break the soil into fine tilth and make sure you remove any weeds as well. Using a light but firm touch, compact the soil until it is flat. Make sure you work with a moist soil. Lay the sod in straight rows, ensuring the seams meet perfectly. Make sure the sod is firmly placed to ensure a surface that is sufficiently flat and even. Also, make sure to use soil to fill the areas where there are gaps in the sod. Water the sod every day for a couple of weeks. Then it should be rooted well and ready for foot traffic.
A handy trick is to turn the handle on a tool that you use often into a makeshift ruler. Tools with long handles, such as shovels, hoes and rakes can be made into measuring sticks. All you have to do is lay them on the floor then use a measuring tape to measure their length. Mark your distances with a permanent marker. Now, the next time you do work in the garden, you’ll actually have a ruler at your fingertips.
Starting a garden which is pest-free is easy, if you have healthy soil. Healthy and well-nourished plants will be hardier and therefore better able to prevent pests from taking hold. If you start with balanced soil, your garden will produce healthy plants with the best yield. Refrain from using chemicals since these will increase the salt content of the soil.
Stinkbugs can be a nuisance in the garden. These bugs are known to be proliferate in the cooler fall months. They enjoy tomatoes, peppers, beans, and many different varieties of fruits. Decrease their presence as much as possible to avoid them wreaking havoc in your garden.
Knee Pads
If your plants do not grown very tall, try buying some knee pads used for horticulture. You will spend a lot of time on your knees while gardening, which can result in knee pain. Knee pads offer your knees the extra cushioning they need to stay comfortable during extended periods in the garden.
It is best to aerate and dry your plants daily. Parasites and pests are attracted to excess moisture on the plants. Fungi commonly afflict a number of plants. Although fungi can be treated with sprays, it is possible to preempt the problem and very important to plant health that you do so.
Try dividing the irises. Increase your iris population when you divide up overgrown clumps. If you find any dead irises in your garden, immediately pull up the bulbs. The bulbs, when harvested, should easily split by hand – allowing you to replant them for even more blooms next spring. You can divide rhizomes with a knife. Get rid of the center and keep the new pieces you cut from the outside. Each piece should have at least one strong offshoot. Replant your cuttings immediately for the best results.
The advice given here is perfect for helping you to know the best ways of organic gardening. There is plenty of information out there for you to use, it’s all a matter of how you apply it. With these tips in mind, you will be able to create your very own methods of creating a great organic garden.
Originally posted 2013-09-01 01:14:57.
