Are you jealous of how other gardens look? You might think that your neighbor has a secret formula to a lovely garden. Truth is, they aren’t doing anything overly amazing. All you need is the right knowledge on how to care for your plants properly. Begin building your knowledge base by reading the gardening advice in this article.
When selecting among several varieties of a plant, choose the ones that will produce the largest yield. A plant that is resistant to disease, or one that is tolerant of extreme weather, will deliver a higher yield.
It is possible to use natural materials as well as other plants to help keep pests away from your garden. For example, planting a border consisting of marigolds or onions can repel slugs. Mulch around the bottom of trees and shrub seedlings with wood ash to reduce unwanted infestation of pests. You can avoid using pesticides that contain harsh chemicals if you employ these techniques.
Being a novice gardener, you should ensure that you follow the directions carefully for tool and chemical use. If you do not do this very simple step, you can end up causing skin irritation problems that are very painful. So make sure you take precautions, follow the simple directions and be safe.
If you have a vegetable garden, it can be quite difficult to decide what to do about pest control. Avoid using a bunch of harsh chemical pesticides in your garden. Don’t forget you intend on eating these vegetables. Research the methods available for eliminating garden pests organically. If you catch pests right away, the easiest way to eradicate them is to pick them off plants by hand.
When you water your garden, do it with care. A soaker hose is a great way to water all of the plants at once, and will save you a lot of time. Use low water pressure with your soaker hose so that the force of the water does not harm sprouts and seedlings. Let it water the plants for a while as you do other things.
It’s crucial for you to protect knees when doing gardening work. For most people, bending over while horticulture is too difficult. To get down to plant level without pain, try kneeling instead. You can use knee pads to kneel without the pain.
If you want a sustainable garden, leave part of it undisturbed as a home for the wildlife in the area. As the natural wildlife begins to flourish, the various insects, birds, and other natural life around will all blend together and actually assist your garden as it begins to grow.
Prepare the ground for a perennial garden quickly and easily. Simply use a spade or small shovel to get under the grass or turf and flip it over. Then, using wood chips, cover the area to a depth of three or four inches. Give the area a couple of weeks, then dig into it and plant your new perennials.
Make sure you consider adequate spacing when planting your garden, so that each plant is given room enough to grow and flourish. Do not underestimate the space that plants need to develop their root systems. The plants need space due to sheer size and also for air circulation. It is, therefore, important for you to plan accordingly and allow for enough room between your seed rows.
Use equal parts dried and green plant material for your own compost. Garden wastes, such as grass clippings, are classified as green materials. Dried plant materials are things like shredded newspaper, cardboard, sawdust, straw, and any cut up wood materials. Charcoal, meat, ashes or other diseased plants should not be included in a compost pile.
Be aware of seasons and climates when you are watering, and change accordingly. The amount of water a plant needs depends on the soil type, time of day and the water’s quality. For instance, if you live in a warm, humid climate watering the leaves can cause leaf fungus. You have to make sure to water the root system.
So, you can see that these suggestions are rather simple and easy to follow. All it takes is some basic information and then you can set out to apply those ideas within your garden. Focus on the reaction of the plants to your methods. If one thing fails, give another a go. Be patient, and before long, your garden will be the envy of your neighbors.
Originally posted 2014-05-04 19:00:21.
