Organic horticulture has become more popular with increased concern about the effects of fertilizers and chemicals on the environment, as well as overall health. Also, many organic horticulture techniques are quite inexpensive. These tips will get you right into the swing of organic gardening and improve your skill in no time.
To prevent shocking your plants, you must gradually introduce new temperatures and other conditions to them. Put them out in the sun for approximately one to two hours on the very first day. After a week, leave your plants outside for twice as long. By the weekend, the plants can make that big move without a problem!
Climbing Plants
Climbing plants make a strong addition to walls, fences or other free-standing structures. Climbing plants can cover a wall after one growing season only. Climbers can also be trained to grow and cover an arbor, and they will grow through or around existing trees and shrubs. A number of climbers need to be attached to a support, but others just take care of their own attachments via tendrils and stems that twine. Some dependable types include honeysuckle, clematis, jasmine, climbing roses, and wisteria.
Plants will respond with maximum growth if they have the amount of CO2 they require. In general, higher amounts of CO2 are related to better plant growth. A greenhouse can concentrate the levels of CO2. CO2 levels are best kept high, in order to provide optimal growing conditions for your plants.
Grow wheat or cat grass around the plants your cat likes nibbling. You can also try to offend the cats sense of smell with orange rinds or mothballs.
Try dousing weeds in your garden with boiling water to get rid of them. Boiling water is a safe herbicide which won’t damage your garden or your body. Pour hot water right on the weeds, but do not get any on your plants. If you pour the water near your plants, it will kill the roots.
Fresh mint is a wonderful addition to a herb garden, but it can quickly take over your entire yard. That’s why it’s better to place mint in containers rather than letting it have free rein in your garden. If you would like, go ahead and plant the container and the plant right in the ground to prevent root overtake.
Using pest-resistant plants or natural materials in your garden is a good way to keep pests away. Slugs stay away from marigolds and onions when they are planted in a garden. Wood ash can be used as mulch, and if put on the base of shrub and tree seedlings, will keep insects away. These methods are environmentally-friendly and mean you do not have to resort to harsh chemicals.
Utilizing the advice provided in this article in your organic gardening efforts will produce great results. You will quickly see your garden becoming more productive and healthy while being free of toxins. You should notice more wildlife present in your garden if you use natural methods.