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		<title>Make Your Garden A Healthy Outlet For Stress</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 19 May 2012 22:19:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Garden Greg</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Get the most out of what fall has to offer. A lot of shrubs, vines and trees will transform your garden into a colorful firework during the fall. This happens when the plants stop making chlorophyll, and the colors that were masked previously by the green, now begin to show. To increase your chances of [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<!-- @@3.6.3958 --><p>Get the most out of what fall has to offer. A lot of shrubs, vines and trees will transform your garden into a colorful firework during the fall. This happens when the plants stop making chlorophyll, and the colors that were masked previously by the green, now begin to show. To increase your chances of a great display, make sure the plants receive a lot of sun for most of the day, especially in the afternoon. Maple, Boston ivy, chestnut, barberry and burning bush are some really good choices.</p>
<p>Starting seedlings in pots before planting in your garden is a smart idea. They are then more likely to survive and to become thriving, mature plants. It also allows you to tighten up the time periods between plantings. When you take out the prior set of adult plants, your seedlings will then be prepared to go in.</p>
<p>Bees are great for your garden as they promote pollination. However, some types of bees can be harmful such as the carpenter bees that eat through wood to create their nests. Overall, most bees will help you, so it is best if you leave them alone.</p>
<p>Don&#8217;t use broad-spectrum pesticidal products anywhere in your gardening area. If your pesticide has too wide a range of targets, it can kill off useful insects that fight off other pests. Many times good bugs will be more sensitive to harmful pesticides than the ones you are trying to get rid of. If your good bug population goes down, your problem will only get worse. This can result in your using more pesticides to eradicate the problem.</p>
<p>Mix ammonia with water and spray on snails to kill them. Ammonia will turn to nitrogen later, which will benefit your plants. It will, however, kill off any snails, preventing them from harming your garden beds. Add this mixture to your everyday gardening routine, and you will see amazing results in no time.</p>
<p>Aerate and dry your plants each day. Plant moisture is a big attraction to both parasites and plant diseases. Fungus infections are common in overly moist plants. Fungicidal spray treatments can contain fungi, but spraying prior to problems even developing in the first place is the best way to go about it.</p>
<p>Use a wheelbarrow and a kneeling stool when you&#8217;re working in your garden. Gardening can be very tough on the knees as you spend much time leaning near the ground, so a portable stool can make all the difference to your comfort. Because gardening means transporting a lot of heavy things, a wheelbarrow will also come in handy.</p>
<p>Do you now see how gardening can be easier and even fun? Just like any number of topics, much has been written on the subject of gardening, and therefore a great deal of advice is available. Often, you only need a little mental nudge or insight that will empower you to get moving. Hopefully, you received that from the above tips.</p>
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		<title>Great Gardening Tips That Anyone Can Follow</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 22:18:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Garden Greg</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ensure that your plants are kept dry, and aerated daily. Moisture on the surface of a plant can attract parasites, and cause disease. Fungi commonly afflict a number of plants. There are many effective fungicide products that will prevent fungi growth and clear up any existing problems as well. Plan your garden before you plant [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<!-- @@3.6.3958 --><p>Ensure that your plants are kept dry, and aerated daily. Moisture on the surface of a plant can attract parasites, and cause disease. Fungi commonly afflict a number of plants. There are many effective fungicide products that will prevent fungi growth and clear up any existing problems as well.</p>
<p>Plan your garden before you plant it. A thoughtful plan can remind you of previous plantings and what you will see appearing from the soil in the months of spring and summer. This is important, because different plants require different care.</p>
<p>Utilize fall colors. Many of the deciduos shrubs, vines and trees don&#8217;t start peaking until the fall when they turn the garden into bright reds, glowing yellows and fiery oranges. It is at this time that the plants cease production of chlorophyll and their natural pigments begin to be revealed. To make sure you have a beautiful display, your plants need to get lots of sun during day, mostly in the afternoon. You will find excellent shrub and plant options including Boston ivy, maple, burning bush and barberry.</p>
<p>If you are going to grow peas, start them inside rather then planting them outdoors. When you plant them indoors first, the seeds will germinate better. Seedlings raised indoors are hardier, too; they can stand up better to diseases and insects. Once the seedlings have become hardy enough to survive, you can transplant them to your outdoor garden.</p>
<p>Gardening is very rewarding, but only after one has the tools and know-how to do it effectively. Taking this advice and using it wisely will help your garden grow properly. Take these tips and apply them to your garden and you are going to be overjoyed with the results.</p>
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		<title>Essential Tips To Increase Your Knowledge Of Organic Gardening</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2012 22:08:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Garden Greg</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Do you want to get rid of weeds in a natural way? Try using several newspaper layers to control weeds. Weeds must have sunlight in order to grow. Newspapers placed atop weeds will starve them from light and they will eventually die. It&#8217;s easy for newspapers to break down over an extended period of time, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<!-- @@3.6.3958 --><p>Do you want to get rid of weeds in a natural way? Try using several newspaper layers to control weeds. Weeds must have sunlight in order to grow. Newspapers placed atop weeds will starve them from light and they will eventually die. It&#8217;s easy for newspapers to break down over an extended period of time, making them great for compost. Of course, you may wish to cover the paper with mulch to make it appear more attractive.</p>
<p>When planting seeds you should cover them with fine soil. Determine its depth by looking at the seed&#8217;s size and multiplying it by three. There are some seeds, however, that you should not cover at all, since they need sunlight to germinate. Petunias and ageratum are two examples of seeds that require sunlight. Always be sure to check online or with the company you&#8217;re purchasing the seeds from as to their sunlight needs.</p>
<p>An organic garden doesn&#8217;t have to be restricted to a few types of plants. You can grow anything. Mulch is something that you will likely rely on quite heavily, particularly for acid-loving plants. Mulch these acid-loving plants using pine needle-based mulch around September or October. When the pine needles break down, they will release acid, which will seep into the soil.</p>
<p>Adding some biodiversity to your garden, can really help you get the most from your gardening efforts. The more plant varieties you have, the more animal varieties you will attract. Plant all different types of plants in your garden to try to recreate a natural environment. Planting a variety of local plants helps the environment, and creates a beautiful place that you can enjoy.</p>
<p>Try growing some organic garlic. The best time to plant garlic is either early spring or in the fall. Plant garlic in moist soil with good drainage. Place them about one to two inches deep in the soil, pointed end up, and four inches apart. Cut the green garlic sprouts as they grow, you can use them like you would use scallions or chives. The bulbs are ready to harvest when the tops start to turn brown. Dry the bulbs in the sun in order to harden their skin. They could be stored in an area that is cold, tied or loose in bunches.</p>
<p>You can use materials found in most homes to put up a tent in your organic garden during winter. You can use some old bean poles to stick to the end of the beds. Next, you want to drape some sheets over the bean poles, creating a tent-like structure. Hold the sheets in place with bricks; this ensures the edges stay down sufficiently. This is a cheap method of building a tent to ensure that you save your crops during the winter.</p>
<p>Don&#8217;t settle for produce that is inferior. Utilize the advice you&#8217;ve read in this article and start growing fruits and vegetables of your own.</p>
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		<title>Strategies On How To Maintain A Good Garden</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 13 May 2012 22:17:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Garden Greg</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Your tool handles can easily be used as handy rulers. Tools with substantial handles, like rakes, hoes and large shovels are great for taking measurements. After laying the handles on the floor, run the measuring tape along beside them. Use a bright permanent marker and label the distances. When you are at work in the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<!-- @@3.6.3958 --><p>Your tool handles can easily be used as handy rulers. Tools with substantial handles, like rakes, hoes and large shovels are great for taking measurements. After laying the handles on the floor, run the measuring tape along beside them. Use a bright permanent marker and label the distances. When you are at work in the garden, you will always have a handy measuring device on each and every tool.</p>
<p>If you need to make compost, store old plants and organic elements in plastic garbage bags. This is best done after the leaves have been raked in the fall. A warm place is where your leaf bags should get stored. You will then have the perfect soil additive for a compost pile when spring arrives.</p>
<p>Pouring the excess water from your dinner of steamed veggies on them can help. If you grow rhododendrons, azaleas or gardenias, increase the acid in your your soil by working in coffee or tea grounds. Chamomile tea applied to plants can be an effective remedy for fungus problems.</p>
<p>Cover any wall or fence with climbers. Climbing plants can cover a wall after one growing season only. They may grow up through some existing shrubs and trees, and can even be worked to grow around an arbor. Some climbers you plant will have to be tied off and supported, but others have no problem attaching themselves to any surface using their tendrils or twining stems You can be sure that varieties such as climbing roses, wisteria, jasmine, clematis and honeysuckle will grow very well.</p>
<p>Always take the time to get the weeds out of your garden. Weeds can turn a beautiful garden into an eyesore. To help you do this, you may want to consider using white vinegar. It can kill weeds. Put some white vinegar in a spray bottle, and spray directly on weeds. If you don&#8217;t want to pull weeds out by hand anymore, give vinegar a try.</p>
<p>Transfer your favorite plants indoors to rescue them from the winter frosts. This is especially useful if you have a particular plant that you love or was expensive. Carefully dig up the plants, using caution not to disturb the roots, then transfer into a pot.</p>
<p>Place a two inch layer of organic mulch at the base of your tall vegetable plants. Mulch is used to keep extra moisture and provide nutrients for your plants. It also helps prevent weeds from growing. This will save you having to constantly pull weeds.</p>
<p>If you are planning on growing peas, start them indoors before putting them outdoors in your garden. If you plant them inside, they might germinate more effectively. Seeds grown indoors are much more resistant to diseases and damage done by pests. Once the seedlings have become hardy enough to survive, you can transplant them to your outdoor garden.</p>
<p>Try planting seeds in pots, and then transferring the seedlings to your garden. By allowing them to sprout first, you are increasing the odds of a seedling reaching maturity. This also helps tighten time between plantings. As soon as you harvest the mature plants in your garden, your new seedlings will be large enough to plant outside!</p>
<p>Read instructions on new gardening chemicals and tools before you use them. Irritation of the skin or even more serious injuries are possible if you ignore manufacturer&#8217;s directions. Following instructions for the use of harsh chemicals can keep you safe from serious injury.</p>
<p>Learn the best harvest time for each vegetable. For the optimum flavor, be sure to follow the guidelines for planting and picking. For instance, peas and zucchinis are tastiest when picked young. Contrarily, tomatoes should be left on the vine until maximum ripeness has occurred. Thus, you ought to familiarize yourself with the best times to pick the produce from your garden.</p>
<p>Lay sod properly. Be sure to get your soil prepared before you start laying the new sod. Thoroughly weed the soil, and work it into a fine, smooth tilth. When the soil is clean, pack it tightly and create a flat surface. Make sure the soil is moist all the way through. When laying down sod, create staggered rows with offset joints. Compact the sod down so you form a flat and even surface, then fill in any crevices within the sod by using some soil. Water the sod for two weeks and then you can safely walk on it as it will have had time to properly root.</p>
<p>Apply these tips to make your garden a beautiful oasis. Your plants and shrubs will thank you from the bottoms of their roots. Gardening is a way of relieving stress and making the world a prettier place so go out and start growing things and bringing life back to the world.</p>
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		<title>Take A Look At These Great Gardening Tips!</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 10 May 2012 22:16:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Garden Greg</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Look for targeted pesticides instead of using popular but damaging broad-spectrum products. These pesticides can kill the useful insects that work as predators to pests. These helpful bugs are usually more sensitive to the chemicals than the pests, so if you find yourself in a situation where the good bugs are dying out, you can [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<!-- @@3.6.3958 --><p>Look for targeted pesticides instead of using popular but damaging broad-spectrum products. These pesticides can kill the useful insects that work as predators to pests. These helpful bugs are usually more sensitive to the chemicals than the pests, so if you find yourself in a situation where the good bugs are dying out, you can expect the pest problem to grow. This can cause you to actually use more pesticides than you originally needed to combat the problem.</p>
<p>Your tool handles can easily be used as handy rulers. Large handled tools such as shovels, rakes, and hoes can be used as measuring sticks. Lay the tools down on the floor, then place a measuring tape along the handle. Use a permanent marker to label distances. The next time you find yourself in your garden, you will have one large ruler right at your fingertips.</p>
<p>Having bees in your garden can really help it to thrive because they will pollinate your fruits and vegetables for you. However, some types of bees can be harmful such as the carpenter bees that eat through wood to create their nests. That said, the majority of bees are crucial to your garden. Learn how to recognize the good from the bad so that you can let the good do its job.</p>
<p>Surround your vegetable plants with organic mulch, a few inches worth. The mulch help keeps the soil that is around the plants much more moist for much longer. It also helps prevent weeds from growing. You will save time by not pulling weeds.</p>
<p>Ensure you have the proper soil for the plants you have selected. The soil that is already in your garden might need amending, depending on the particular plants that you want to grow. You can also make an artificial area using only one type of soil.</p>
<p>If your garden contains lots of short plants, purchase some gardening knee pads. You will spend a lot of time on your knees while gardening, which can result in knee pain. Having a pair of excellent knee pads for gardening can help cushion the knees to provide additional comfort.</p>
<p>Don&#8217;t bother with expensive chemicals if your plants start to sport powdery mildew. Mix a solution of baking soda, water, and a tiny bit of dishwashing liquid. Once weekly, spray this mixture to the affected areas of your plants, and the mildew should be eliminated shortly. This method is not going to cause any damages to your plants and the mildew will go away slowly.</p>
<p>Get the most value from your property. When you landscape, you can get one of the highest returns. A few select plants can raise your property value dramatically. Try to find plants that are relatively low-moisture plants, suited well to your particular environment. This will add a lot of value to your property.</p>
<p>Some houseplants can&#8217;t survive without humidity. Put several types of plants into one large pot to generate humidity. You can also put one plant in a large pot. Just pack the pot with stones so that the plant has little room to move and retains water. One other way you can provide houseplants with proper humidity levels is to spray them with a mist of water a couple times a day.</p>
<p>It is a good idea to plan a garden with your own calendar. A calendar used for planning can tell you when each plants grows in each season. Scheduling like this leads to preparation, so you know what and when you need different plants. You can make a calendar to hang on the wall, or to merge with your online scheduler.</p>
<p>A wheelbarrow and kneeling bench or stool are smart investments for your garden. Working in the garden means you&#8217;ll be down on the ground a lot. This can cause knee pain, so if you have a stool, you&#8217;ll have an easier time. A wheelbarrow will help you move heavy items without hurting your back so ensure that you invest in one promptly.</p>
<p>As mentioned earlier, the art of gardening means that your dining table can have fresh and tasty vegetables and fruits, that you grow in your own garden. You&#8217;ll feel great using ingredients from your own garden to cook delicious food. Use the advice in this article to optimize your efforts in the garden and yield amazing results.</p>
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		<title>Tips To Make Your Organic Garden Succesful</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2012 22:06:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Garden Greg</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[When helping organic plants flourish inside, it is vital to keep in mind how much light is reaching them. If your dwelling does not enjoy a great deal of natural sunlight, it makes sense to grow only those varieties meant to thrive in such environments. If you want to grow plants that need a lot [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<!-- @@3.6.3958 --><p>When helping organic plants flourish inside, it is vital to keep in mind how much light is reaching them. If your dwelling does not enjoy a great deal of natural sunlight, it makes sense to grow only those varieties meant to thrive in such environments. If you want to grow plants that need a lot of light, consider using artificial lighting.</p>
<p>To get the most from your composting efforts, aim for a 1:1 ratio of dried materials and green plant products. Your green material can be made up of produce waste, used floral arrangements, lawn cuttings, leaves, and other yard waste. Dried plant material comprises shredded paper, cardboard, sawdust, and straw. Never use ashes, meat, charcoal, diseased plants or carnivorous animal manure in your compost pile.</p>
<p>Strawberries are a good organic garden choice for families with strawberries, particularly everbearing strawberries. Children are thrilled to harvest fruit from their own garden, and doing so often makes them more enthusiastic about helping out with the more hum-drum aspects of tending a garden.</p>
<p>Think about what you need to use while getting ready to garden. Always look into natural solutions before turning to chemicals. If you haven&#8217;t already tried it, consider making your own compost. Benefits of using organic methods, as opposed to inorganic methods include, less use of toxic chemical buildups in drinking water and in the soil as well.</p>
<p>One way to help maintain healthy soil is to incorporate mulch into your landscape. Mulch acts as a protective covering for the soil. It protects the plant roots, keeping the ground cool on a hot summer day. The layer of mulch will also minimize evaporation, reducing your need to water as frequently as you would a garden without mulch. This can also help control any weeds.</p>
<p>You have probably heard that compost is an effective fertilizer for organic gardens, but are you aware of what goes into compost? Compost is a mixture of scraps, grass clippings and leaves that have been allowed to break down which results in new rich soil. This rich mixture is far superior to chemical fertilizers.</p>
<p>Open your mind to the diverse environments that can be created in your garden space. Wildlife will be drawn to the multiple species of plants that you incorporate into your garden. Make your garden naturally inviting by planting many different kinds of plants. If you do this, your garden will not only be relaxing, but environmentally friendly, as well.</p>
<p>Stagger you vegetable planting so you will have a new harvest every month or so. Staggering the planting times ensures that you are able to consistently enjoy ripe tomatoes. You will also prevent your vegetables from being ruined all at once by an unexpected frost or an infestation.</p>
<p>To be able to say you have legitimate organic and credible crops, you will need to be certified as having an organic garden. This will up your sales and prove to your loyal customers that what they have been getting is only the best that you possibly could get.</p>
<p>As this article has shown, to be successful at organic gardening you must do your homework and put forth a bit of effort. Persistence and patience are also important traits for successful organic gardener. The next time you are in your garden, think of the tips from this article. If you can use that knowledge, you will be more capable of using organic gardening techniques to your advantage.</p>
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		<title>Solid Garden Advice For Knowing The Right Amount Of Water</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 07 May 2012 22:14:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Take care of your knees when you&#8217;re gardening. Bending over for a long while is quite difficult for a lot of people. To get down to plant level without pain, try kneeling instead. Use a pad to kneel upon and protect your knees from possible pain. Start your plants in containers before transferring them to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<!-- @@3.6.3958 --><p>Take care of your knees when you&#8217;re gardening. Bending over for a long while is quite difficult for a lot of people. To get down to plant level without pain, try kneeling instead. Use a pad to kneel upon and protect your knees from possible pain.</p>
<p>Start your plants in containers before transferring them to the garden. They are then more likely to survive and to become thriving, mature plants. In addition, it offers you a smaller time frame between plantings. Your seedlings will be ready to go in as soon as you remove the previous set of mature plants.</p>
<p>Make a landscaping plan before you dig your first hole. This way, you will remember the places you planted your seeds when they start sprouting. This is also a great way to keep track of all your plants.</p>
<p>Your plants need to be kept dry, but sill receiving a good amount of air. If you have excess moisture, this can attract bugs or diseases. An example of a common plant parasite is fungi. You can control fungi with the application of fungicide sprays. However, the area should be treated before you see the onset of any problems.</p>
<p>Water is a necessity if you want to have a healthy garden. Plants, just like humans, need a fresh supply of water in order to survive. On a day that is really hot, the soil will become more dry, so a person has to make sure they are keeping the garden watered. Watering the garden properly can make a garden be productive.</p>
<p>Some houseplants will resist their roots being disturbed, while others need to be re-potted. It is simple to determine which plants need to be re-potted. Just flip them over and tap until the plant falls out on its own. If you can only see the roots, that means you need a new pot. If there is mainly dirt and not many roots, your plan is just fine in the current pot, and does not need to be replanted.</p>
<p>Don&#8217;t use broad-spectrum pesticides in the garden. These strong pesticides are non-selective, killing beneficial insects as well as pests. The bugs you need are often more fragile than the ones you don&#8217;t: a pesticide could actually kill the beneficial insects while leaving the pests unaffected. If this happens, you just fuel an expanding cycle of needing even more pesticides.</p>
<p>Get the most value from your property. You can get a great return on investment from landscaping. Certain plant investments could raise your home&#8217;s resale value by approximately 20% or possibly more! Look for hardy, low moisture plants that are naturally suited for your region.</p>
<p>Use a chicken tractor for fertilizing your garden project. Though not widely recognized, chicken tractors are essentially coops that are transient, comprised of a floor that is open and another area that is sheltered. This allows chickens to eat bugs and vegetation while they deposit fertilizer. It is possible to move the chicken tractor to various areas, so that each area can be fertilized.</p>
<p>If you are just starting out, follow all the guidelines and rules on your chemicals and tools. Failure to follow instructions can be dangerous or painful. For example, some chemicals will irritate your skin if you don&#8217;t follow safety rules. Protect yourself and follow all instructions.</p>
<p>Split up irises. If you split up clumps of them, you will eventually have more of this flower. Lift bulbous irises when the foliage is dead. The bulbs split in your hand, then you replant them, and they will most likely flower next year. For plants with rhizomes, use a knife to divide them. Throw away the center after carefully cutting new sprouts from the exterior. Each piece should have at least one strong offshoot. You also need to make sure that you replant the new pieces as soon as possible.</p>
<p>Gardening is a wonderful hobby to get you outdoors and enjoying yourself. You will improve as a gardener as you educate yourself more thoroughly. You should study relevant information and learn as much as you can. If you utilize the suggestions here you can get a much better garden this year.</p>
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		<title>Tips For Any Gardener To Use In His Garden</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 04 May 2012 22:13:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Garden Greg</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Turn the handles of your garden tools into measuring rulers. It is possible to utilize tools with long handles, such as rakes, hoes and shovels, as measuring sticks. Lay the handles onto the floor and place a measuring tape beside them. Paying close attention to the measurements, use a black marker to establish each interval [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<!-- @@3.6.3958 --><p>Turn the handles of your garden tools into measuring rulers. It is possible to utilize tools with long handles, such as rakes, hoes and shovels, as measuring sticks. Lay the handles onto the floor and place a measuring tape beside them. Paying close attention to the measurements, use a black marker to establish each interval along the handle&#8217;s side in a clearly visible manner. When you decide to work in the garden again, you will now have a ruler at your disposal.</p>
<p>Plan your vegetable garden on paper! Write down what you wish to plant and make a map of your garden. Don&#8217;t forget to factor in plant width and height and what each plant requires as far as sunlight and moisture.</p>
<p>Avoid getting an infection by not allowing dirt and other chemicals to get into open wounds. If dirt and grime get into a cut while gardening, it may become infected. It is possible now to get bandages that will completely seal the cut.</p>
<p>When tending a vegetable garden, you might find that pest control is a bit difficult. Don&#8217;t spray any harsh chemicals on your vegetables because you will be eating them later on. Staying on top of the problem will ensure that pests don&#8217;t take over your garden. When pests are noticed early, the best way to get rid of them is to remove then from the plants by hand.</p>
<p>Develop your garden plants around the colors that can appear in fall. A lot of trees, shrubs, and vines will not be the best until the autumn, then they will turn your garden into a array of bright colors. This happens as the plants cease production of chlorophyll, allowing the natural pigments to reveal themselves. Make sure your plants get as much sun as possible to achieve more vivid colors. If you are interested in these kind of colors, purchase maple, boston ivy, chestnut, barbery or burning bush.</p>
<p>Brighten your garden with biennials and annuals. Annuals and biennials that grow quickly can really wake up your flower beds, and they allow you to have a new garden look every season or every year, if you choose to. These kinds of flowers are also excellent for filling in gaps between shrubs and perennials in sunny areas. Some flowers you can use are rudbekia, petunias, cosmos, marigolds, or sunflowers.</p>
<p>As mentioned earlier, gardening is a great hobby that benefits highly from increased knowledge about it. Taking this advice and using it wisely will help your garden grow properly. Apply some of the tips you just read and, in no time, you&#8217;ll be amazed at what you can with your garden.</p>
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		<title>Great Advice For Having A Flourishing Garden</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2012 22:12:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Be sure to plant using the colors of Fall. It doesn&#8217;t have to be that way! The fall season is probably the most colorful of the year in terms of foliage. Maple, Beech and Dogwood trees are available in a number of fall colors, varying from bright yellow to rich crimson. As you select your [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<!-- @@3.6.3958 --><p>Be sure to plant using the colors of Fall. It doesn&#8217;t have to be that way! The fall season is probably the most colorful of the year in terms of foliage. Maple, Beech and Dogwood trees are available in a number of fall colors, varying from bright yellow to rich crimson. As you select your shrubbery, consider hydrangea, barberry or other similar plantings.</p>
<p>Try to plant an English garden with a mix of plants with different heights, all within the same garden bed. Using plants of all the same kind or size, can result in a boring, and unoriginal garden.</p>
<p>In a tiny garden, try planting a small fruit tree. The dwarf tree is a great option where space for a garden is limited, especially in the city. The fruits produced will be the same size as those from regular trees and will begin to produce in as few as three years. Introduce a dormant tree to its new habitat in the early spring and make sure it is watered well.</p>
<p>While most plants suffer in the cold, some annual flowers actually do better. These plants can be kept looking great by pruning them back when they become leggy. Following the pruning, it generally takes only a couple weeks before blooming occurs again, which creates a lovely image compared to the traditional foliage of the winter months. For those colder month, you may want to try snapdragons, various petunia plants, or even the sturdy dianthus.</p>
<p>Scent the grass around your garden with old perfume or discarded aftershave to prevent your dog from wandering into your garden. This can help mask any scents which attract animals so pets will now avoid the garden.</p>
<p>Grow some wheat grass or cat grass next to the plants your cat seems to prefer. You could also place mothballs and citrus peels around your plants to keep your cat away.</p>
<p>Use slug-proof varieties of perennials wherever possible. Your plants can be destroyed by slugs and snails overnight. Certain perennials that don&#8217;t have tough leaves are especially tasty to snails and slugs. Slugs and snails will leave some perennials alone, particularly those with a bad taste or tough, hairy leaves. Excellent varieties include heuchera, achillea, euphorbia, campanula, and helleborus.</p>
<p>To remove deposits of salt from clay pots, use a mixture of vinegar and alcohol. When you plant your plants in clay pots, over time salt deposits build up along the outside of the pots. Mix equal parts of water, white vinegar and rubbing alcohol together, and use a sprayer to apply this mixture onto the pot. Next, scrub the post with a cleaning brush, and the salt will wash away. When cleaning is complete, rinse the pot and let dry thoroughly before using again.</p>
<p>Bees are vital in gardening because they help aid in pollination. There are certain bees, like carpenter bees, that can be harmful because they eat wood and create their nests inside them. Overall, bees are beneficial to your garden so go ahead and let them be.</p>
<p>Use the correct type of soil for best results. Fertilizer can enrich the soil to make it more viable. It is also possible to make an artificial area using only one type of soil.</p>
<p>Keep in mind what vegetables you prefer, as well as the ones used most in your home and plant your garden around this consensus. You will make get the most from your garden, and you will cut your monthly grocery bill. Growing vegetables that your family refuses to eat is pointless, especially in confined spaces.</p>
<p>For areas with high alkaline, mix coffee grounds into the soil. Basically, the grounds resupply the soil with acid. This is one of the most inexpensive ways to achieve this result. This solution will make the vegetables you grow healthier and more flavorful.</p>
<p>Ensuring your plants are both dry and aerated is a great way to keep them healthy. Moisture can be a magnet for disease and parasites on your plants. One parasite you have to watch out for in particular is fungi. You can rid your garden of fungi with fungicidal sprays. However, it is best to treat your garden before there are problems.</p>
<p>As you read in the beginning of this article, gardening is one hobby that can be truly rewarding. There is just something about growing your own flowers and vegetables that is very fulfilling. By applying some of the advice you have learned, you can find a lot of joy from gardening.</p>
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		<title>Improve Your Organic Gardening Skills By Trying These Ideas</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2012 22:05:54 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<!-- @@3.6.3958 --><p>If aphids are an issue in your garden, try the old-fashioned remedy of soapy water to get rid of them. Simply spray the plant with a mixture of soap and water in its entirety, including its leaves, buds and stems, and then rinse with clean water.</p>
<p>Organic foods are beneficial because they have not been contaminated by pesticides. While this is great, you still need to check your produce for any bugs or other pests.</p>
<p>When cooking with fresh vegetables, take the leftovers pieces and chop them up, then spread across your garden. They will improve the soil when they decay and add additional nutrients to the surrounding area. Add some to your compost pile and bury some pieces right away.</p>
<p>Make the most of the time spent in your garden. Don&#8217;t waste your time looking for missing tools. Take the time to prepare the necessary tools, and then store them in a easily accessed place once you are done gardening. You can use a tool belt for this purpose, or choose pants that contain several large pockets.</p>
<p>Use a mixture of six parts water and one part milk to spray the plants in your garden regularly. This can help to prevent powdery mildew, which can ruin your plants. You can store this in your fridge for about three weeks. Use it every day until all traces of mildew are gone.</p>
<p>Be sure to plant some strawberries for your children and grandchildren. Ever-bearing ones are especially nice. Children enjoy picking fresh fruit, especially if they can eat it right away.</p>
<p>Your watering schedule should flow perfectly with the seasons, yet be adjustable according to climate. The level of necessary watering turns on the type of water you use, the kind of soil in your garden and the amount of direct sunlight you have. If the climate is hot, but humid you&#8217;ll have to avoid watering the leaves, for example. The important thing is to make sure the plant&#8217;s roots receive sufficient water.</p>
<p>Plant trees so they can shade your home. That way, you are likely to see lower energy bills due to the shade offered by your trees.</p>
<p>Use plastic bags to cover muddy gardening shoes. This helps you stay in the zone so that you can continue gardening when you have completed your tasks in the house.</p>
<p>Learn the right way to buy your plants. Find out if you are supposed to buy them when they are in bloom, when they are budded, or at some time in between. That is definitely the case in terms of perennial and annual plants. You will need to purchase plants that are budded instead of in bloom. This enables them to grow a much stronger root system within your garden.</p>
<p>Mulch is a great water conservation tool; it allows you to save water while you are gardening. Mulch can decrease your need to water plants because it provides and conserves the moisture available to your plants. You can get it from the store, parts of trees, or dead plant materials. It&#8217;s important to use a good amount of it, no matter the type.</p>
<p>Know how and when you must water the organic garden. Obtain a soaker hose to use for the watering. These can directly water the base of the plant, which will help reduce loss of moisture associated with evaporation. It is recommended you water your plants early in the morning.</p>
<p>Organize the chores for your organic garden so they do not pile up. If you can&#8217;t get out in your garden every day, there are still a number of things you can do to keep things from falling into disarray during your absence. For example, if you have a dog, pull a few weeds while you are outdoors with the dog. Over time, you keep your garden weed free without adding any additional time on to your day.</p>
<p>As you&#8217;ve just read, organic gardening does require research, effort, and hard work in order to begin growing organic plants on your own. After you have begun to grow the garden, it is true that you need to maintain it to get the best possible results. Hopefully this article has you well prepared for your endeavor into the relaxing and productive world of organic gardening.</p>
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