Organic Home Gardening ” Steps to Start an Organic Garden Successfully
The key to starting a successful home organic garden is to remember to start small. This way will allow you to learn and become comfortable with your journey without causing you unwanted stress or frustration.
Begin Small
Edible Landscaping " Plant your vegetable starts among your existing landscape.
Small Beds " Dont go larger than 10 X 10 foot beds at first. Smaller areas are easier to manage for beginners.
Use Containers - This method allows your starter plants to be close by and easy to manage. They can be on a porch, balcony or even near some bushes.
Map Out Your Location
Water - Having water close to your garden allows for easy access. Having to trudge heavy watering cans long distance can be both back breaking and frustrating.
Kitchen - This suggestion is not necessary, but who wouldn't want the luxury of stepping out of their kitchen and picking fresh produce.
Compost " Having a compost pile at hand or at least a good wheel barrel will cut down on your labor.
Grow What You Love to Eat
When you are purchasing your produce at a store, pay close attention, these are what you want to grow in your organic garden.
Grow Your Expensive Favorites - If some of your favorite veggies are just too expensive at the store try growing them yourself. Just remember to research if they thrive in your climate zone first.
Play with variety " With home gardening, you have the freedom to experiment with diverse types of your favorites.
Keep it Simple
Use Plants versus Seeds - Seeds can create frustration for any beginner. To ensure your journey is enjoyable and easy, try using starter plants from your trusted local nursery.
Amend the soil " Make sure you mix your soil with compost, peat moss or other amendments to keep good drainage. Compacted soil wont allow nutrients to the plants or allow the roots to grow. Soggy, clay will rot the root system.
Mulch - This promotes moisture retention as mentioned earlier. It also keeps those pesky weeds at bay.
Rhonda Abrons has been in love with organic gardening for many years. She loves to share her knowledge with fellow gardening enthusiast on Clivir.com where you can find her lessons about Organic Garden Pest Control and Permaculture Organic Gardening.
