Does everyone else’s grass always seem to look greener? You might imagine that all your neighbors have some top-secret formula that keeps their grass and garden looking so much better than yours. The reality is that many people know how to get a lovely garden. All it takes is knowledge on how to take care of your plants properly. Start learning new tips and read this article to gain gardening knowledge.
Make sure that your sod is laid properly. Before you use sod, you need to prepare the soil. Break the soil into fine tilth and make sure you remove any weeds as well. Lightly, but firmly compress the soil, making certain it is flat. Now make sure the soil is thoroughly dampened. Sod should be placed in rows that are staggered, where the joints connect to offset each other. Tamp down the sod so it has a flat and even surface, then using some extra soil, fill the gaps between. The sod needs to be watered daily for two weeks, by which time it will be rooted and ready to walk on.
Before actually putting plants into your garden, check the type and compostion of your soil. You can do a soil sample analysis for an affordable fee and then know what you need to properly treat your soil with so you can grow the best plants. You can often find Cooperative Extension offices that provide this service, which can help to make your garden flourish.
Make sure to be weary of stink bugs whenever you garden, particularly during the fall months. They enjoy tomatoes, peppers, beans, and many different varieties of fruits. If you don’t treat them, they can do a lot of damage in your garden.
Yes, you really have to weed. Weeds can turn a beautiful garden into an eyesore. For this task, try using white vinegar. Weeds can be killed by white vinegar! Load up your spray bottle with some white vinegar, and spray the weeds away instead of breaking your back removing them by hand.
When fall arrives, it’s time to plant your autumn vegetables. This year, instead of using your regular clay pots to plant your kale and lettuce, use a pumpkin as the container instead! To use the pumpkin as a planter, it is important to prevent it from rotting. To do this, you simply spray the entire inside and any edges with a horticulture spray called Wilt-Pruf. This is done after you’ve opened the pumpkin at the top and removed the insides. You are prepared to plant after this is done.
In conclusion, these gardening tips are easy to follow and simple to understand. All it takes is some basic information and then you can set out to apply those ideas within your garden. Pay close attention to your plants as you try each method to see how they respond. If one method of care is not working well with your plants, abandon it and try a different one. A garden that is the pride of the neighborhood will be well worth the time it takes.
Originally posted 2013-08-27 20:21:33.
