No doubt you are familiar with organic foods, or at least know what they are. It is fairly easy to see which foods are organic. You’ll find that they’re usually packaged differently than their counterparts and the price is much higher. Review the ideas in this piece and see how you can have an organic garden in your own backyard.
Use climbers for covering fences and walls. You can hide an unsightly wall or fence, in as little as one growing season, with the right selection of climbing plant. They may grow up through some existing shrubs and trees, and can even be worked to grow around an arbor. Some may need to be attached to a support, and others will attach themselves to any surface using their twining stems or tendrils. You can be sure that varieties such as climbing roses, wisteria, jasmine, clematis and honeysuckle will grow very well.
For proper optimum growth, plants require sufficient amounts of carbon dioxide (CO2). If the level of CO2 is extremely high, your plants will grow much better. The best way to get higher CO2 for your plants is to grow them in a greenhouse. CO2 levels, when kept high, give your plants optimal growing conditions.
You must be sure to remove all of the weeds that grow in your garden. Weeds and gardens do not mix; they will destroy your garden. White vinegar is a pesticide-free way to battle weeds. White vinegar is a weed killer! If you’re annoyed with pulling up weeds manually, douse them with a white vinegar solution.
When it’s autumn, it’s time to start planting all of your fall edibles. Clay pots are boring, so replace those ordinary lettuce and kale pots with pumpkins. When you have finished cutting and cleaning the pumpkin, spray it with some liquid that will stave off wilting to keep it from rotting. When this is finished, you are now ready to plant.
In a place that’s dark, pre-soak the seeds. Put a few seeds in a small container and fill it near to the top with water. This hydrates your seeds and jump-starts their growth. This increases the chances of survival for the seeds.
Coffee Grounds
If your soil has a problem with high alkaline levels, mixing in some coffee grounds that have been used is a great solution. Using coffee grounds is a low-cost way to increase the acidity of the soil. With it, you will find that your greens and vegetables will be more vibrant and tasty!
Protect your delicate shrubs from harsh, wintry elements. Cold weather significantly affects these plants, especially if they are in pots. Tie the tops tightly together, and cover the wigwam with a sheet or blanket draped loosely over it. Using fabric, rather than plastic, allows air circulation and prevents rotting from moisture build up.
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 2014-07-25 21:03:12.
