An organic garden requires time, effort and patience to yield amazing results. Maintain your garden smartly by using efficient methods. A good understanding of organic gardening is needed to grow healthy plants. Utilize these tips to create a garden that stands out as an organic mecca of beauty.
Flower Beds
Plant annuals and biennials to make your flower beds brighter. These types of flowers grow at high speed, which gives you more flexibility in changing the look of your flower beds as the seasons change. They are very helpful when trying to fill in gaps between shrubs and perennials in an area that is sunny. A variety of flowers that will thrive in your region are available.
Grow some wheat grass or catnip for your cat to eat instead. Another option is to place offensively smelling objects on the topsoil near and around the plants you want to protect. Citrus peels or mothballs are a couple of examples.
Prior to planting your garden, devise a plan. This will assist you in recognizing your tiny plants when they start to pop up. With a plan, you will also be less likely to lose track of small groups or individual plants within a large and ambitious garden.
Do you enjoy fresh mint, but don’t like how they engulf your garden in their growth? Rein in their growth by planting the mint in a large pot or garden container instead. This container can be placed in the soil if you prefer the look of mint in your garden, and it will continue to contain the roots of your mint and prevent it from taking over.
Do some research to find out the best time for harvesting your vegetables. Most vegetables have a relatively small harvesting window when they will taste best. For instance, peas and zucchinis are tastiest when picked young. Tomatoes, however, should be plucked from the vine the moment they appear ripe. Find out what the best harvest time is for your vegetables.
If you are growing a vegetable garden, you may find that pests can be difficult to control. It is important not to use harmful chemical agents, because you are growing produce that is intended to be eaten. One way that you can help control garden pests is to remain vigilant. If you happen to notice them early on, you can control them just by physically removing them from your plants with your hands.
Organic horticulture will help you create a truly fresh and nutritious garden. An organic garden is a ton of work to make successful but well worth the effort.
Originally posted 2013-10-02 06:45:55.
