Many individuals are interested in organic plant gardening by what they hear in stories stories telling of health perils due to the insecticides used by commercial growers. Further reading may bring to light the nutritive deficiencies of plants grown commercially. The more you learn, the more you want to provide healthier foods for your folks. Bearing this in mind, you could have made a decision to go for organic vegetable gardening.
What does it mean to grow "organic?" First off you will use no insecticides or anti-fungal agents. 2nd, you will use organic, natural fertilizers such as cow dung instead of commercial, chemical fertilizers. The library can offer you books regarding how to go about this. There are also natural methods to reduce pests.
You will want to find the sunniest area of your yard to mark out your new vegetable garden. Scalping the surface grass, then tilling the soil is the very next step. A garden rake will further break down the soil to the fineness needed for planting seeds. Mark out your rows, following directions on the seed packets about spacing. You will doubtlessly need to make a visit to a local nursery also, where you can pick up tomato and pepper and eggplants.
You'll be wanting to grow some herbs too in your garden. Basil likes to be near tomato plants, so plant it in among your tomatoes. Check out your garden books or the local cooperative rural extension for detailed info on companion planting.
When you have your garden started, you will find it rewarding in many ways. Obviously you and your folks will enjoy those fresh, healthy vegetables. But you may also get satisfaction from seeing your seeds and seeds grow and mature to harvest. Just spending time out in the sunshine and unpolluted air is also pleasurable, and good for your health!
You will want to find the sunniest area of your yard to mark out your new vegetable garden. Scalping the surface grass, then tilling the soil is the very next step. A garden rake will further break down the soil to the fineness needed for planting seeds. Mark out your rows, following directions on the seed packets about spacing. You will doubtlessly need to make a visit to a local nursery also, where you can pick up tomato and pepper and eggplants.
You'll be wanting to grow some herbs too in your garden. Basil likes to be near tomato plants, so plant it in among your tomatoes. Check out your garden books or the local cooperative rural extension for detailed info on companion planting.
When you have your garden started, you will find it rewarding in many ways. Obviously you and your folks will enjoy those fresh, healthy vegetables. But you may also get satisfaction from seeing your seeds and seeds grow and mature to harvest. Just spending time out in the sunshine and unpolluted air is also pleasurable, and good for your health!
You'll be wanting to grow some herbs too in your garden. Basil likes to be near tomato plants, so plant it in among your tomatoes. Check out your garden books or the local cooperative rural extension for detailed info on companion planting.
When you have your garden started, you will find it rewarding in many ways. Obviously you and your folks will enjoy those fresh, healthy vegetables. But you may also get satisfaction from seeing your seeds and seeds grow and mature to harvest. Just spending time out in the sunshine and unpolluted air is also pleasurable, and good for your health!
About the Author:
When you have your garden started, you will find it rewarding in many ways. Obviously you and your folks will enjoy those fresh, healthy vegetables. But you may also get satisfaction from seeing your seeds and seeds grow and mature to harvest. Just spending time out in the sunshine and unpolluted air is also pleasurable, and good for your health!
About the Author:
The writer has been planting organic garden and using companion planting techniques in her back yard for a few years and has found it to be a great hobby! Fresh corn on the cob, eaten only minutes after picking, is her family's favorite.