Tending your garden is a relaxing way to get some sun and be active. Knowing the right soil to get, which tools to purchase and when you should be planting are a few of the questions gardeners want to know. In this article, you can learn some key things when it comes to horticulture.
When laying sod, it is important that you do it correctly. Make sure you prepare your soil before you lay any sod down. Weed the soil well, and till the entire lawn area. When the soil is clean, pack it tightly and create a flat surface. Make sure you work with a moist soil. Staggered rows with offset joints is the best way for the sod to be laid out. Make sure the sod is firmly placed to ensure a surface that is sufficiently flat and even. Also, make sure to use soil to fill the areas where there are gaps in the sod. Sod must be watered every day for about two weeks, and then it will have rooted and be completely ready to be walked on.
Many times when digging in clay soil the clay will adhere to the shovel, which will make it much harder to dig. Rub a thin layer of floor or car wax over the surface of the shovel, and then buff the surface using a clean cloth. This will make shoveling in clay soil easier. The clay won't stick to it, and the end will not rust as an added bonus.
When laying sod, it is important that you do it correctly. Get your soil ready before you lay your sod. Break the soil into fine tilth and make sure you remove any weeds as well. When the soil is clean, pack it tightly and create a flat surface. Gently sprinkle water on the soil until you are certain that it is thoroughly moistened. Staggered rows with offset joints is the best way for the sod to be laid out. Even out the surface of the sod by firming it down flat, filling any available gaps with a handful of dirt. Water the sod every day for a couple of weeks. Then it should be rooted well and ready for foot traffic.
Choose perennials that are not vulnerable to attack by slugs. Slugs and snails will quickly destroy your garden if you let them. Certain perennials that don't have tough leaves are especially tasty to snails and slugs. Slugs and snails will leave some perennials alone, particularly those with a bad taste or tough, hairy leaves. Consider planting these varieties of perennials to discourage slugs and snails from eating your flowers. Euphorbia and achillea are examples of slug-proof perennials.
When winter comes around, save some plants by putting them in the house. Find out which plants will be able to thrive despite the transplanting and different indoor conditions. When you dig up the plant, carefully avoid the roots then place it in a container.
Before you begin to plant your garden you will need to check the soil. You can obtain a soil analysis for a nominal fee. Using that report, you can amend your soil as needed for a thriving garden. A lot of cooperative extension offices can provide this service to you and it is worth knowing what you need to do in order to avoid ruining your plants.
Start your plant in pots before you plant them in your garden. Doing this betters your odds of your plants making it to adulthood. This also helps tighten time between plantings. You will have healthy seedlings that are ready to be planted when you get rid of old plants.
In summation, horticulture can be fun and satisfying, but you should follow some basic guidelines in order to get the most from your garden. With a thoughtful plan and correct information your garden will soon bloom and flourish. Apply the garden laid out here and you will soon enjoy a gorgeous garden you grew yourself.