Gardening is a passion for some ,while it is a hobby for others.But certainly it is good to have garden in and around your house.A garden is a source of greenery , and fresh air , it also enhance beauty of your house.So , why not start a garden in or around your house?This will gives you a constructive satisfaction and makes you happy.
How to start a garden- The first thing is a good ' site ' to choose where you could grow plants.The amount of sun exposure and access of water is very important as plants mostly depends on it.The place should be such which receives enough sun light and can be watered easily.
SOIL-Another important thing is the soil .It is most important as plants feeds on the soil.A saying goes "Feed the soil and the plants will take care of themselves." So you must get your soil tested ,this can be done in a good nursery or in Govt 's horticulture department.Once done and you found your soil good you are ready to grow plants.
Choosing Plants-This is another very important thing and also difficult because there are so many from which to choose.
Important things to consider is your soil type.
and the plants you like and also how much time you can give them .Perennial plants are most easy to be look after.While annual plants needs permanent and continuous care.
Garden Tools-There are all kinds of tools and gadgets designed to make gardening easy and enjoyable.The most common is 'pruner ' but others are optional as you gain experience you will find yourself reaching for favorite tools again and again.
Maintenance-caring for your Garden- There are lots of things to do in the garden- planting, skating,dividing,cutting ,weeding etc .Some plants are more demanding than others.
By regular working in the garden, you can learn the seasonal rhythms of your plants.You will also learn which plant do well in your garden which not .You are like a teacher inspecting your pupils.Maintenance is the real essence of gardening.
Garden Design-Designing a garden is an ongoing process and fun of gardening.There are some rules like putting plants in odd numbers but they can be changed according to the condition and land of your garden.Best policy is make your garden whatever you envision.
Most Gardens are mix of plants -annual ,perennials ,trees and shrubs and these are always growing and changing so , any design will need editing at later stage.
Still some basic principles that will help you design your Garden ,like - chose some type of theme , whether it is a color scheme , a style, or a group of plants.This will give your garden a sense of cohesion, it will also help make your design choices easier .
To be continued,
Gardening
How to start a garden- The first thing is a good ' site ' to choose where you could grow plants.The amount of sun exposure and access of water is very important as plants mostly depends on it.The place should be such which receives enough sun light and can be watered easily.
SOIL-Another important thing is the soil .It is most important as plants feeds on the soil.A saying goes "Feed the soil and the plants will take care of themselves." So you must get your soil tested ,this can be done in a good nursery or in Govt 's horticulture department.Once done and you found your soil good you are ready to grow plants.
Choosing Plants-This is another very important thing and also difficult because there are so many from which to choose.
Important things to consider is your soil type.
and the plants you like and also how much time you can give them .Perennial plants are most easy to be look after.While annual plants needs permanent and continuous care.
Garden Tools-There are all kinds of tools and gadgets designed to make gardening easy and enjoyable.The most common is 'pruner ' but others are optional as you gain experience you will find yourself reaching for favorite tools again and again.
Maintenance-caring for your Garden- There are lots of things to do in the garden- planting, skating,dividing,cutting ,weeding etc .Some plants are more demanding than others.
By regular working in the garden, you can learn the seasonal rhythms of your plants.You will also learn which plant do well in your garden which not .You are like a teacher inspecting your pupils.Maintenance is the real essence of gardening.
Garden Design-Designing a garden is an ongoing process and fun of gardening.There are some rules like putting plants in odd numbers but they can be changed according to the condition and land of your garden.Best policy is make your garden whatever you envision.
Most Gardens are mix of plants -annual ,perennials ,trees and shrubs and these are always growing and changing so , any design will need editing at later stage.
Still some basic principles that will help you design your Garden ,like - chose some type of theme , whether it is a color scheme , a style, or a group of plants.This will give your garden a sense of cohesion, it will also help make your design choices easier .
To be continued,
Gardening
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