Gardening Basics

Are you new to gardening and want to learn the essential skills and knowledge to grow your own plants? Whether you have a small balcony, a backyard, or a farm, gardening can be a rewarding and relaxing hobby that connects you with nature and provides you with fresh food, flowers, and herbs. In this page, you will find helpful tips and tricks on how to start and maintain a successful garden, such as choosing the right plants for your climate and soil, preparing the soil and pots, watering and fertilizing, pruning and harvesting, dealing with pests and diseases, and more. You will also discover some of the benefits of gardening for your health and well-being, as well as some of the environmental impacts of gardening. No matter what your level of experience or interest, gardening basics will help you enjoy the beauty and bounty of your own garden.

How to Create a Pollinator Garden

15 February, 2023

Choose a Location Choose Your Plants Plant Your Garden Maintain Your Garden Enjoy Your Garden Pollinators are essential for the reproduction of many plants and crops, as they transfer pollen from one flower to another. Pollinators include insects such as bees, butterflies, moths, and flies, as well as birds and bats. Pollinators are facing many threats, such as habitat loss, pesticides, diseases, and climate change. One way to help them is to create a pollinator garden in your own backyard...

How Epsom Salt Can Boost Your Garden's Health?

19 January, 2023

What Does Epsom Salt Do for Plants? Which Plants Benefit from Epsom Salt? How to Use Epsom Salt for Plants Foliar Spray Soil Drench Precautions and Tips Conclusion Epsom salt is a natural mineral compound that consists of magnesium and sulfate. It has been used for centuries as a home remedy for various ailments, such as muscle pain, constipation, and inflammation. But did you know that Epsom salt can also benefit your plants? Many gardeners swear by Epsom salt as a fertilizer or soil...

How to Start Seeds Indoors: A Comprehensive Guide

02 January, 2023

Why Start Seeds Indoors? What Seeds Should You Start Indoors? When to Start Seeds Indoors How to Start Seeds Indoors 1. Choose the right containers 2. Select the right soil 3. Sow the seeds 4. Provide adequate light and heat 5. Keep the soil moist but not wet 6. Thin out and transplant the seedlings 7. Harden off and move outdoors Starting seeds indoors is a great way to save money, grow more varieties, and extend your gardening season. However, it can also be challenging and frustrating...

How to Make Banana Water for Plants and Why It's Beneficial

17 November, 2022

How to Make Banana Water for Plants Soaking Method Boiling Method How to Use Banana Water for Plants Benefits of Banana Water for Plants Drawbacks of Banana Water for Plants Conclusion Banana water is a homemade liquid fertilizer that is made by soaking or boiling banana peels in water. It is claimed to be a natural and inexpensive way to provide your plants with potassium and other nutrients that can boost their growth, health and resistance to stress. In this article, you will learn how...

How to Grow a Garden in a Small Apartment

19 September, 2022

Choose the Right Plants for Your Space and Conditions Use Creative Ways to Maximize Your Space Take Care of Your Plants Regularly Enjoy the Benefits of Your Apartment Garden Do you love plants but live in a small apartment? Don’t worry, you can still enjoy the benefits of gardening without having a large yard or balcony. Apartment gardening is a great way to add some greenery, freshness, and beauty to your living space. You can grow herbs, vegetables, fruits, and flowers in containers,...

Why and How to Add Calcium to Soil?

19 July, 2022

Calcium is an important nutrient for plants. It helps them grow strong and healthy, and protects them from diseases and pests. But not all soils have enough calcium for plants to thrive. Sometimes, you need to add calcium to your soil to improve its quality and fertility. But before you do that, you need to know how much calcium your soil has, and how much it needs. You also need to know the pH of your soil, which affects how well plants can absorb calcium and other nutrients. A professional soil...

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Marilyn

Hello and welcome to my gardening blog! My name is Marilyn and I’m a passionate gardener who loves to grow flowers, vegetables, herbs, and more. I live in a small town with my husband and two kids, and we have a backyard garden that we tend to do together. I started this blog to share my gardening journey with you, and to offer tips, advice, and inspiration for other gardeners. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, I hope you’ll find something useful and interesting here.

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