Easy Organic Gardening Tips From The Pros

Do you always admire your neighbor’s pristine garden. You might think your neighbor has got a magic formula to their lovely garden. There is not a secret behind having a wonderful garden. All you need is some knowledge on the proper care of your garden’s plants. Read this article for the gardening advice that you need on your quest.

Pay attention to how you lay sod. Before the sod can be laid, you should prepare the soil. Be sure to get rid of any weeds, and then proceed to break up the soil to get it ready to use. Compact the soil gently but firmly to be certain that it is indeed flat. Now make sure the soil is thoroughly dampened. Be sure to stagger the rows of sod. The joints should be offset like bricks in a wall. Pat down the sod and fill any gaps with soil. You will have to water the sod every day for 2 weeks, and then it should be firmly rooted to the ground, and able to be walked on.

Stink bugs can damage your garden, especially if you garden in the fall. Stink bugs are attracted to tomatoes, beans and most fruits. If not taken care of, these pests can damage the garden, so take steps to cut down their population.

Choose perennials that slugs are not attracted to. These creatures can wreak havoc on a garden in a short time. These pests prefer plants with thin smooth leaves. Plant some helleborus or euphorbias along with your other perennials. Slugs and snails will leave some perennials alone, particularly those with a bad taste or tough, hairy leaves. Some of the best varieties of these include achillea, campanula, euphorbia, and heuchera.

Yes, you really have to weed. If you’re not careful, weeds can take over your beautiful garden, ruining it. White vinegar can be used as a natural herbicide. The acid in white vinegar kills weeds. You may also be using plants that need that very same acid. Try spraying some white vinegar in water when you are pulling weeds from your garden.

With these tips, you’re better equipped to grow the most beautiful garden you can imagine. In learning how to create your dream garden, you’ll also be growing as a person. That’s because learning how to nurture your plants will not only help you reach the goal of having a great garden, but it will help you learn to nurture yourself.