In the world of organic gardening, there are plenty of great resources available to both new and experienced organic gardeners alike. There are many e-guides, books, videos, and other resources available. This set of tips contains some of the best advice for helping a good organic gardener become a great organic gardener.
Learn how to properly lay sod. Prior to laying the sod, prepare your soil. Pull out any weeds and break up the soil. Flatten your soil and make it slightly compact. The soil should always receive adequate moisture. Sod must be arranged in staggered rows; each joint should offset one another. After the sod is in place, go over the surface to ensure everything is level. Use loose soil to fill in any gaps between seams. Sod has to be watered daily for two weeks, and then it can be rooted.
Your soil needs to be of good quality before you start a garden. For a tiny fee, a soil analysis may be done, and based on the results, the soil can support a growing garden by you enriching it as necessary. Many Cooperative Extension offices will provide this service, and it is well worth knowing exactly what the soil needs to avoid ruining a crop or two.
Plants need C02 for maximum growth. Most plants grow better in higher levels of CO2. A greenhouse can concentrate the levels of CO2. If you have a greenhouse, keep CO2 levels high.
Be sure to do some weeding on a regular basis. Weeds will cause your garden to become overgrown and cluttered. For this task, try using white vinegar. The acidity of the vinegar is harmful to most plants. Putting white vinegar on your plants gets rid of much of the need to pull out the weeds.
Vegetables should be placed in a spot in your garden that will get about six hours of sun every day. Most vegetables need at least that much sun for optimal growth speed. Some flowers are especially sun-loving as well.
Now, you shouldn’t get your hopes up and believe that a few tips are going to turn you into an instant professional gardener. However, these tips are a great starting point if you do plan to grow organically. As you implement these tips and hone your skills, you’ll be a professional green-thumb-holder in no time.
