Most people in our society have heard about the benefits of eating organic, or seen organic products in the grocery store. It is easy to spot organic products. They have different packaging and cost tons more. Keep reading for information to help you start producing organic produce right in your own yard.
Bring some plants into your home to protect them against winter weather. Think about saving your resistant plants or the expensive ones. Dig the plant up without damaging the roots and place it a big enough pot.
Make sure you remove the weeds from your garden! Weeds can turn a beautiful garden into an eyesore. A clever way to accomplish this is with the help of some white vinegar. That’s right, you have safe way to get rid of weeds right there in your kitchen cabinet. Load up your spray bottle with some white vinegar, and spray the weeds away instead of breaking your back removing them by hand.
Grow some plants that cats like to eat – try catnip or wheat grass. You can also try to offend the cats sense of smell with orange rinds or mothballs.
Try to have a plan with your garden. It will be a while before things start to sprout and visually remind you of what was planted where, so a written record can be helpful. In addition, your small plants or groups of plants that are limited in number won’t become lost if you have a large garden.
Protect your deciduous shrubs which are tender. If you have some tender shrubs that are in planters, you need to protect them from cold weather. Try to tie the tops all together and cover them with a sheet, large piece of cloth, or blanket. This is a much better method, instead of putting the plastic wrap around the plant. It allows proper air circulation that can prevent rotting.
One very good way to deal with weeds is to boil them away. One of the safest “herbicides” you can find is a pot of boiling water. Although this method is organic, it does pose a danger to your plants. Boiling water is not good for the weed roots and will stunt further growth.
It is best to aerate and dry your plants daily. Damp leaves can lead to plant disease and parasites. Fungi is a common problem in the world of plants. Proactively treat fungi through the use of fungicidal sprays and treatments.
If you are going to grow peas, start them inside rather then planting them outdoors. Pea seeds germinate better indoors. Seedlings will grow stronger, and withstand attacks from pests and diseases a lot better. You could transplant the seedlings outdoors once they are able to survive and thrive.
Familiarize yourself with the optimum harvesting time of your vegetables. Individual vegetables have distinct windows of time to pick for getting the greatest flavors. Peas, for instance, should be harvested rather young if you wish to obtain the best flavors and texture. In contrast, tomatoes are best when left on the vine as long as possible. Remember that the vegetables will taste best if you harvest them at the proper time.
It is important to protect your knees when you are horticulture. It’s not a good idea to spend much time standing while you are bent over at the waist. You can kneel instead to help keep your back relaxed while tending to your plants. Knee pads will prevent any pain you may feel because of this position.
Organic Garden
Be aware of spacing considerations when you are first planting your organic garden. As plants grow and spread out, you will not always know how much space will be required. Plants need room for physical growth and for the air to circulate within the soil. Plan your organic garden while keeping this in mind, and space your seeds accordingly, when planting.
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 2013-04-29 22:58:30.
