Learn to beautify your outdoor spaces with the helpful horticulture tips in this article. By using these tips, you will be able to better understand the basics so that you do not purchase unnecessary items, or plants that will not grow in your climate.
Put sod down the right way. Make sure you prepare your soil before you lay any sod down. Weeds should be removed, and you should break up the soil into a tilth. Flatten your soil and make it slightly compact. Make sure you work with a moist soil. Stagger your sod so that each joint offsets from joints in adjacent rows. 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 each day for two weeks so it will become well-rooted and ready for foot traffic.
Clay Soil
Using a shovel in clay soil is a lot of work, not only is the clay hard, but it will stick to the shovel and make it twice as hard to handle. Take the hard work out of using a shovel in clay soil by rubbing a light coat of car or floor wax over the surface with a clean cloth and buff the surface. The clay won’t stick to it, and the end will not rust as an added bonus.
The handles of your tools can double as clever rulers. Tools that have long handles such as rakes, hoes and shovels can be used in place of a measuring stick. Simply lay the handles out on the floor and run a measuring tape next to them. A permanent marker can be used to label distances. This will allow you to have a ruler at your fingertips when you are working out in the garden.
Apply organic mulch generously around your vegetable plants. Mulching helps keep moisture in the soil. It will also prevent weeds from growing. This will save you time, money, and effort in your lovely garden.
Read instructions on new gardening chemicals and tools before you use them. 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.
Plant with autumn colors in mind. That idea is actually far from the truth. the most colorful foliage appears in the fall. Many trees display a range of the vivid colors of fall, from bright yellow to rich crimson, including maple, beech, and dogwood. When selecting shrubs that will be colorful during the fall, consider hydrangea, barberry, or cotoneaster.
If you have problems keeping the dog out of the garden, spray things like aftershave, perfume or other scents on the grass surrounding the garden. These scents overpower the garden’s scents, which causes your dog to lose interest.
Creating a beautiful garden takes a little research, the right equipment, and enough time to enjoy tending it. The effort will pay off, and you will see a good reward for your hard work.
Originally posted 2013-05-26 23:20:54.
