Planting
a garden can be the ultimate labor of love. You’ve likely spent time designing,
seeding, planting, and nurturing it for many weeks or months. But keeping the
garden in a tidy and healthy state can be challenging, particularly if you’re a
novice or if you simply don’t have much time.
If
you’ve just planted your ideal garden and are new to maintenance, be sure to keep
up with the points below to ensure it stays beautiful for many years to come.
Keep up with Watering
Depending
on what types of flowers or plants you have in your garden, you’ll need to stay
on top of the watering. Do some research on the varieties you’ve planted and
how to best maintain them.
In general,
though, flower beds
should be evenly moist. It’s also best to water plants in the morning or
evening so that less moisture evaporates during the day. You’ll, of course,
have to adjust your watering schedule depending on the temperature, too, and
whether you’re in an arid climate. Also, if you’re away from home a lot, you
may want to invest in an automatic sprinkler or irrigation system.
Use the Right Fertilizer
Using
the incorrect fertilizer for your plants can be detrimental to their roots and
overall health. Some fertilizers can burn the roots or starve them of
nutrients. Also, too many nutrients can adversely affect a plant. If you’re a
newbie gardener, it’s a good idea to read up on how to
select and use the correct fertilizer for optimum care. The last thing you want to
do is starve or poison your plants!
Monitor Your Bugs
While
some bugs are harmless, they can wreak havoc on a garden by transporting
viruses and other diseases. They can also cause damage to plant leaves and
flowers through bite marks, making your beautiful garden an unsightly mess. To
ensure that you’re not being infested with problem insects, there are many
things you can do such as attracting toads
or birds to your garden, adding beneficial insects (that eat the bad ones),
and ensuring your plants are watered and in good health so that they don’t entice
the little critters, to begin with.
Prepare for Autumn
Once
summer starts to fade, you must take the time to prepare the garden for autumn.
This involves cleaning up debris and dead leaves to ensure that disease doesn’t
overtake the garden. If you’re planning a redesign of the garden before winter
sets in, visiting a landscape supply company can be helpful as they
source quality materials that will have your space looking like new.
Final Thoughts
Gardens
are living, breathing things, and require as much care as we do. But caring for
a garden takes a lot of work and a thorough understanding of the required
maintenance so that your plants and flowers stay healthy and strong throughout
the year. If you’re someone who doesn’t have much time or is new to the whole
process, consider hiring experts who can help.
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