Spring is the season of renewal and growth, and the perfect time to get your garden going. Whether you like to set up a small herb garden in your kitchen window or churn up soil in your yard, there are some great gardening tips for aspiring green thumbs to attune to for the best results. Spring is the ideal time to plant vegetables for a Fall Harvest. Planting flowers near your garden to attract pollinators is great for your garden’s success. Some great examples of annual flowers are geraniums, marigolds, and zinnias, which will attract bees to your yard.
Committing to starting your garden can grant you fresh produce later in the year and can be a great way to try something new, get some vitamin D, and enjoy some fresh air. It can definitely make for delicious herbs to fulfill your favorite recipes, and growing your own vegetables can include some healthy crunch in your meal. There are a few things to take into consideration when developing a garden, such as what plants grow best in your biome and what to research or buy in advance.
Starting Tips:
It’s important to note what zone you’re in before considering what you might like to plant and what you’ll have the most success with before beginning your garden. Oftentimes, seed packets will list different zones on the back of the various states and show which states fall into what planting zones to give you a better idea of when to plant. You can do additional research to find the optimal time for your location, but no matter where you live, it’s a great idea to start seeds indoors first. You can plant seeds in small plastic trays filled with fertile potting soil to give seedlings a better chance at survival before moving them outdoors into your designated garden.
When it comes to gardening tools, this Amazon gardening caddy is a great best-selling option that includes all the basic tools needed for gardening. It’s also a good idea to do some research regarding what you would like to grow to ensure the best quality of life for your garden. For example, strawberries do well in large pots, whereas vegetables do better in the ground or large planter boxes. This can help you discern what other equipment you might need to get going. It also helps to look around your yard or garden space at different times of the day to verify which spot gets the most sunlight for the longest period of time.
Booster Tips:
With sustainability efforts abounding, it’s a great idea to start a compost pile in your yard or use a small compost can if you do not have a yard. Compost is the perfect way to supply nutrients to your garden organically and ensure that your plants are strengthened. By buying a compost bin to go in your yard, you can collect things such as eggshells, banana peels, and apple cores that might otherwise end up in landfills and use them to improve your produce. It gives the soil a huge boost. Another thing you can try is adding a bit of coffee grounds to your soil to ‘wake it up’.
@growinghomeandgarden Replying to @Kara T Ready to kickstart your gardening journey this year? Here are 3 tips to get you started 🤩🌿 1️⃣ Don’t overcrowd your garden! Giving your plants adequate space is crucial for maximizing their yield. Check seed packets or seedling labels for spacing recommendations tailored to each plant’s needs. 2️⃣ Embrace companion planting! Pairing certain plants together can deter pests without resorting to chemicals. Try the classic combo of basil and tomato to keep pests at bay and enhance flavor. 3️⃣ Gardening in a new space? Observe your plants closely and adjust accordingly. Stay patient and attentive to your garden’s needs! Remember, gardening is a journey of learning and adaptation. Stay tuned for more expert tips to level up your gardening game! #GardeningTips #GreenThumb #CompanionPlanting #GardeningHacks #homegarden #gardener
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When it comes to animals you may have around, making a small scarecrow or buying a plastic owl can help deter critters from munching away at your garden. Nobody likes weeding and pruning, but both of these practices can help take away the distractions and dissuaders from your garden so it’s important to implement them. Put on some good music, and pull those weeds as they pop up to build the habit, or set a timer once a week to pull weeds to ensure your plants’ health, especially early in their life-cycle.
Additional Tips:
Check out apps such as Planta to identify and diagnose sick plants and for additional tips on your favorite kinds of plants. You can also label what you grew to help you remember what plants there are and to know how best to care for them. Some people craft adorable signage for their garden or you can note where you planted what in a journal. This will also help you assess your plants and where they are in their lifecycle. For example, for plants that need to be constantly watered, you may want to group them together and note that so you can provide water regularly, while other plants prioritize getting direct sunlight over ambient light and constant water.
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