Gardening is obviously a great hobby to pursue. It gives you an opportunity to be creative and to add to the beauty and value of your home. It provides exercise outdoors during the spring and summer, and the garden provides sources for houseplants. In short, it’s good, wholesome fun.
Beginners to gardening are advised to control their excitement, take things slowly, and do research.
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Still, if you are a beginner to gardening, then there are common mistakes you might be destined to make. These include:
· Growing too many plants
· Not capitalizing on good soil
· Over-watering plants
· Planting too early
It is not difficult preventing these issues once you know them. Here are some suggestions that you can try.
The problem of growing too many plants can be prevented by simply having a plan before you begin the garden. Start off small and then gradually plan bigger.
Whether you are a novice or experienced gardener, you probably know that good soil is essential if you expect to have a successful garden. The soil must have the proper pH level and nutrients so that the plants can grow. Some plants do better in acidic soil and some perform well in alkaline soil. Plants usually do well in soil that has a pH level of 6.0 to 7.5. You can perform a pH level test to determine the quality of your soil or you can have a professional perform the test. If your number is too high or too low, there are things you can do to treat the soil so that it is more in balance. The important thing to learn here is to be proactive in educating yourself about variables that can affect the success of your garden.
It is not uncommon for a new gardener to be so excited about launching the venture of gardening that they may over do things a bit. This includes offering too much water to your plants. It is suggested that you check the soil before watering to see if it is dry and if it needs water.
Finally, to remedy the issue of planting too early beginners simply need to do some research about the plants they install in their garden. Learn what plants do best in what season and execute your plans accordingly. You can surf the Internet to obtain the data and you should consult the USDA Planting Zone Map to discover which plants perform best in your region of the country.
