You have more than likely already heard a great deal about the benefits of organic food items. You may already be aware of which foods come organically. They have special packaging and cost a fortune. Keep reading for a variety of tips and tricks for maintaining an organic garden.
When laying sod, it is important that you do it correctly. Make sure you prepare your soil before you lay any sod down. Pull out any weeds and break up the soil. Compress the soil lightly yet firmly, and make certain it’s flat. Thoroughly moisten the soil. You want the sod laid down in staggered rows, and the joints to be offset from each other. Make sure that the sod forms an even, flat surface, and if you have any gaps show between the sod, fill them with a little bit of soil. You will have to water the sod every day for 2 weeks, and then it should be firmly rooted to the ground, and able to be walked on.
Clay soil is hard and will also stick to a shovel, making it difficult to work with. Simplify the process by putting a bit of wax onto the shovel. The clay won’t stick then. The wax will prevent any rusting, and the shovel will cut through the soil with great ease.
Knee Pads
To save your knees from the wear and tear of horticulture, invest in some knee pads if your garden includes a lot of low-growth plants. Without pads, you may have pain in your knees from spending too much time kneeling on the hard ground. Knee pads offer your knees the extra cushioning they need to stay comfortable during extended periods in the garden.
Make sure you read instructions on products and tools before using them. If you use your horticulture chemicals wrong, you can abrade or even burn your skin. Keep your health intact and follow the directions to the letter.
You should be cognizant of the peak time for harvesting your vegetables. For the optimum flavor, be sure to follow the guidelines for planting and picking. Many vegetables are best when picked young; baby peas are a prime example. On the contrary, tomatoes shouldn’t be picked from the vine until they are ripe as can be. You should know the proper time to pick vegetables.
Make sure to water your garden properly. Put down the watering can or garden hose, and spread out a time-saving soaker hose instead. Use low water pressure with your soaker hose so that the force of the water does not harm sprouts and seedlings. Let the soaker hose do its thing for a couple hours, and your plants are watered.
You can spray scents such as after-shave and cologne around your garden to deter your dog. By masking the smells he may be attracted to, he should take less interest in the garden plants.
Indoor plants need an environment that is between 65 and 75 degrees. This is the optimum temperature to ensure strong growth. If you want to save money on gas bills in the winter, you can provide local heating for the plants with a heat lamp instead.
If you’re planning on horticulture inside, the first thing you should consider is an adequate light source. If the room you wish to grow them in faces in a direction that gets little light, choose varieties of plants which can accept this type of environment. You can also get special lamps if you want a different kind of plants.
You can stop mud from being tracked into your house by covering your dirty gardening shoes with plastic bags. This allows you to work steadily and without distractions, making you a happier and more productive gardener.
Paying attention to spacing is important. As plants grow and spread out, you will not always know how much space will be required. Space is necessary not only for physical growth but also to help keep air circulation flowing within your garden. Make sure your seeds have a good amount of space between each other for optimal growth.
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 2013-06-30 21:32:28.
