Does it seem like the greener grass is always next door? Has your neighbor got a secret which makes their garden look so much better than yours? The truth is that there is no horticulture “secret”. It just requires you to properly be looking after your plants, and a little know how. Begin your garden adventures by reading through this article to get some great horticulture advice.
Consider starting your plants in pots and then planting the seedlings in your garden. They are then more likely to survive and to become thriving, mature plants. In addition, it lets you tighten the time in between plantings. Your seedlings will be ready to go in as soon as you remove the previous set of mature plants.
Save some plants in the winter by bringing them indoors. You may be able to save your most resistant or expensive plants. Carefully dig near the roots and transfer those plants into a flower pot.
Keep your plants dry and aerated daily. Damp leaves can lead to plant disease and parasites. Fungi commonly afflict a number of plants. Fungi can be controlled with fungicide sprays, but it is important to treat your area with the spray, before you see any problems.
Give peas a head start by sprouting them indoors. If you plant them inside, they might germinate more effectively. The seedling sprouts will be heartier, giving them a better chance to grow into a healthy adult plant capable of rebuffing diseases. Take the seedlings outdoors once they look strong enough.
Add some heather plants to your garden, to attract good insects. Bees are very attracted to heather. When heather is first formed during the spring, it’s an early nectar source. Heather beds are typically left untouched, which is why helpful little critters like ground beetles and spiders call them home. With this knowledge at hand, it is in your best interest to wear gloves when tending the heather.
A great way to ensure that your organic garden will do well is to keep a section of your land unspoiled. The natural wildlife will spring up and make for a perfect organic habitat. A natural area will allow beneficial birds and insects, many of which pollinate plants, to live on your property and help your garden grow stronger.
All of the gardening advice contained in the tips above is simple and relatively easy to implement. You just need to learn what to do and apply what you have learned. Observe the response of your plants to the various techniques you try. If one thing fails, try another technique. Exercise a little patience and you will see your garden grow before your eyes.
Originally posted 2013-06-02 18:32:19.
