Make Your Garden Flourish With These Tips

In the world of organic gardening, there are plenty of great resources available to both new and experienced organic gardeners alike. There are many e-guides, books, videos, and other resources available. This set of tips contains some of the best advice for helping a good organic gardener become a great organic gardener.

So that you don’t shock your plants, try gradually accustoming them to conditions and temperature. Put them in the sun outside for a couple of hours during the first day. Over a period of several days, slowly increase the time they are allowed to stay outside. Once the transition is complete, your plants will probably be able to tolerate the outdoor conditions.

Try to grow some wheat or cat grass around your cat’s favorite plants. You can also put something on top of the soil around the plants that has an offensive smell to cats, such as mothballs or citrus peel.

Tender deciduous shrubs are very fragile, so protect them. Tender, potted shrubs must be protected when the weather is cold. Tie the canes together, and drape a sheet or blanket over the top of the wigwam. You will protect your shrubs from the cold without having to cover them in plastic, which can cause rot.

Be sure to split the irises. Increase your iris stocks by dividing your overgrown clumps. Try to life the bulbous irises when foliage begins to die. The bulbs will split up naturally in your hand, and when replanted, will often flower the next year. For plants with rhizomes, use a knife to divide them. Cut new pieces from the outside and discard the old center. Each piece should have at least one strong offshoot. Immediately replant all your selected cuttings.

Tender deciduous shrubs are very fragile, so protect them. If you have tender shrubs in pots, they need to be protected in the cold weather. Join them together at the top, and use a blanket or old sheet to cover them. Covering your foliage in plastic will let the air in – and may lead to decay.

Organic gardening can help you develop an appreciation for the taste and freshness of your food. A successful garden takes plenty of work and patience, but it’s all worth it when you get to taste your delicious results.