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TIP! When winter arrives, you could save some plants by placing them inside your house. You may want to save the most beautiful or expensive ones.

Horticulture is a very affordable and relaxing hobby. Horticulture is also a fantastic way for loved ones to spend quality time together. It can be a fun way to teach children how things grow from a seed to something they can eat. Children are more likely to try new vegetables if they have grown them in their own garden. This article will help you create a functional garden, then let others in on the fun of planting and cultivating the crops you grow.

TIP! If you are growing vegetables in your garden, it is important that you have them in a spot where they can get at least six hours of sun a day. Pretty much any vegetable you plant in your garden requires sunshine for this duration.

It is important that you give your plants the chance to gradually adjust to the change in temperature and conditions, or you risk shocking them. The first day you transfer your plants, you should only allow them to sit in direct sunlight for a few hours. Throughout the week, gradually increase the time they are spent outside. By the week’s end, your plants should then be ready for the big move!

TIP! Make sure air can circulate around your plants, and keep leaves moisture-free. Moisture on your plants is a sure way to attract parasites and disease.

Get a slug-proof variety of perennials. Snails and slugs can destroy plants in just one night. Snails and slugs like to eat perennials with smooth and thin leaves, especially if they are young plants. Others, though, are disliked by slugs and snails. Those with rough leaves or an unappetizing taste will be less desired by slugs and snails. Good choices in this category are plants such as achillea, campanula, and euphorbia. Heuchera and helleborus also work well.

Healthy Soil

TIP! If you have problems keeping the dog out of the garden, spray things like aftershave, perfume or other scents on the grass surrounding the garden. By masking the smells he may be attracted to, he should take less interest in the garden plants.

Beginning your garden with healthy soil is your first defense against pests! Healthy soil encourages vigorous plant growth and makes your garden more resistant to common diseases and insects. Starting with soil that is in good condition can yield the best plants.

TIP! Try to avoid direct sun exposure when you are gardening during the day; wear protective clothing. Wear a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen to protect your skin from the damaging effects of the sun.

Make sure you remove the weeds from your garden! Weeds and gardens do not mix; they will destroy your garden. You might want to think about using white vinegar to do this. White vinegar is natural, very inexpensive, and can really kill the weeds! Spray white vinegar onto those troubling weeds.

TIP! Consider planting strawberries, especially ones that are everbearing, for your garden if you have small children. You will find that they enjoy participating in gardening if they are allowed to pluck the fresh berries and eat them straight from the earth.

You can use these tips whether you plan to make your horticulture hobby social or a solitary one. Horticulture can become a treasured family activity. You can even invite your friends! Regardless of whether you garden alone or in the company of others, these tips are sure to be a valued part of your horticulture technique.