Gardening is a relaxing hobby, and it does not cost a lot of money. Gardening can also help bring families, friends, and neighborhoods together. It can be a fun way to teach children how things grow from a seed to something they can eat. In short, gardening is a good way to get in touch with nature and spend more time outside. This article will help you create a functional garden, then let others in on the fun of planting and cultivating the crops you grow.
If you have a wall or fence that you do not like, plant climbers to mask its appearance. Many climbers can cover the wall or fence in as little as one growing season. You don’t have to worry about removing trees between the climbing plants and the fence, because the trees don’t present obstacles to the climbers’ growth. Some people use climbers as a natural “ceiling” to arbors. Some require ties attaching them to supports, but others will attach themselves to any surface nearby. A few good choices are climbing roses, wisteria, jasmine, honeysuckle and clematis.
Protect your deciduous shrubs which are tender. Shrubs in pots especially need special care in the colder weather. Tie the tops of the canes together; then take a sheet and cover the wigwam loosely. Covering your foliage in plastic will let the air in – and may lead to decay.
Bulbs planted in the spring can flower all the way into summer. Bulbs will grow every year and are easier to take care of than seeds. Include a variety of plantings to get a full season of flowers, from early bloomers to late-season varieties.
Don’t forget to use a good fertilizer in your garden. Use commercially composted products in your garden to help your plants grow. This will reduce the chance of pathogens. Although there are plenty of fertilizer choices, don’t be concerned with which one you use; just be sure to use one.
You can use these hints whether you garden alone, or with family and friends. You can take what you’ve learned here, and show your family how amazing the hobby is, enjoying it with them as often as you wish.
