If you’ve been thinking about growing plants organically, here are some basic steps to achieve organic gardening success.
It can be an involved process, however, it will pay off huge dividends in the long run. If you want to start small & learn the ropes, you could start off with a mini microgreens growing kit.
These kits come with everything you need to grow veggies from start to finish. Even better, they’re compact, so if you live in an apartment or condo, they’re ideal.
If you want to set up a traditional garden, it’s important to keep up with the latest information on the subject. It would be a good idea to establish relationships with other gardeners and garden shops in your local area.
When it comes to organic gardening, the main idea is to use Mother Nature as much and as best as you can. Avoiding supplies laden with chemicals & pesticides is always best.
For example, when it comes to fertilizers, make your own. Stick with items you can gather naturally, such as vegetable peels, dried leaves or even animal manure to make compost.
Once you’ve gathered your compost materials together, let them rest and begin to break down. Let nature do it’s thing, and in time, your pile will turn into an excellent source of compost.
This compost will add minerals and nutrients to your soil & your plants. Just make sure to check for pests before you use it as fertilizer for your garden.
Before planting seeds, check with your local nursery to find out what grows well in your area. Use this information and match up the plants you want to grow with your climate.
You should also learn how to mulch your garden bed. This will help to kill weeds and get rid of pests. Even better, mulching will keep the temperature of your soil under control and prevent it from eroding.
It’s also a good idea to grow a variety of different plants in your garden. This will help to attract the good insects to your garden that feed on the predators that could damage your plants.
Finally, one of the most important things to do is really get to know your plants. Build a relationship with them, so that if a problem occurs, you’ll know how to deal with it!
Peace …
RKR 🌱