Hi ladies and anyone who loves the green lush life. Share your tips and tricks on how to garden or what you recommend to start. For those who have a garden, what do you plant? Do you focus on food or flowers?
Types of Gardens
1) Vegetable garden. This may be the most popular and practical type of garden. By growing your own vegetables, you can save money and increase the number of fresh vegetables you eat.
2) Flower garden. A flower garden adds beauty to your yard and it can be a relaxing escape for you. If you are mainly interested in beautifying your property, then a flower garden may be the best choice. You can plant perennials, annuals, or a mixed garden
Soil test
Test your soil’s pH to see if you need to make changes to balance it. To do this, use a pH testing kit or make your own test at home and check the soil from your garden. Certain plants prefer different pH levels, but it is best to have soil that is as close to neutral - a pH of 7 - as possible.
Following the results of your pH test, if your soil is alkaline (above 7), try adding lime or wood ash to neutralize it. If your soil is acidic (below 7), add peat moss or decomposing leaves. Depending on what plants you want to grow you may not need to alter the pH. It is easier to grow plants that will survive in the existing soil.
Water
In America it’s pretty easy to get water anywhere. But in places like Somalia it’s not that easy. You can water and recycle at the same time. You know the myth of “overwatering“? It’s not true. Soak your plant in water all the way and then don’t water it until it dries up. Let it drink all the water. Overwatering would be adding more water when it’s still wet.
Accessories!
My favorite part of plant gardens are the decorating. Go crazy and have fun. Don’t forget to recycle and stay healthy!
Types of Gardens
1) Vegetable garden. This may be the most popular and practical type of garden. By growing your own vegetables, you can save money and increase the number of fresh vegetables you eat.
2) Flower garden. A flower garden adds beauty to your yard and it can be a relaxing escape for you. If you are mainly interested in beautifying your property, then a flower garden may be the best choice. You can plant perennials, annuals, or a mixed garden
Soil test
Test your soil’s pH to see if you need to make changes to balance it. To do this, use a pH testing kit or make your own test at home and check the soil from your garden. Certain plants prefer different pH levels, but it is best to have soil that is as close to neutral - a pH of 7 - as possible.
Following the results of your pH test, if your soil is alkaline (above 7), try adding lime or wood ash to neutralize it. If your soil is acidic (below 7), add peat moss or decomposing leaves. Depending on what plants you want to grow you may not need to alter the pH. It is easier to grow plants that will survive in the existing soil.
Water
In America it’s pretty easy to get water anywhere. But in places like Somalia it’s not that easy. You can water and recycle at the same time. You know the myth of “overwatering“? It’s not true. Soak your plant in water all the way and then don’t water it until it dries up. Let it drink all the water. Overwatering would be adding more water when it’s still wet.
Accessories!
My favorite part of plant gardens are the decorating. Go crazy and have fun. Don’t forget to recycle and stay healthy!
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