Using a shovel in clay soil is a lot of work, not only is the clay hard, but it will stick to the shovel and make it twice as hard to handle. One way to get around this problem is to coat the shovel with wax. Use a clean cloth to spread the wax evenly. […]
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Properly put down your sod. Before laying the sod, the soil must be prepared. Pull any weeds and break up any clods of soil. The next step is compacting your soil and carefully leveling it. Moisten the soil thoroughly. Sod should be staggered in rows, the joints offsetting from each other. Pat your sod to […]
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Do not improperly lay your new sod. Before the sod can be laid, you should prepare the soil. Remove the weeds, then break up the soil into fine tilth. Compact the soil lightly and firmly, and be sure to create a flat surface. Moisten the soil thoroughly. You should lay your sod staggered, and have […]
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Use both biennials and annuals to add color to your flower bed. These fast growth plants make flower beds vibrant, and they let you alter the appearance seasonally and annually. They are useful for filling gaps in between shrubs and perennials in sunny areas. A variety of flowers that will thrive in your region are […]
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Insects and various garden pests can be avoided by making your soil healthy. Healthy soil equals healthy plants and healthy plants can fight off diseases with ease. To give your garden the best chance of yielding the healthiest plants, start with a high-quality soil that has fewer chemicals which over time will accumulate salts. TIP! […]
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Make sure that your sod is laid properly. Start by preparing your soil with care. Pull any weeds that you see, and work to break up the soil so that it is a fine tilth. Lightly, but firmly compact the soil, making sure it is flat. The soil should always receive adequate moisture. Staggered rows […]
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Select plants that produce a relatively high yield. Normally, hybrid plants that are disease-resistant and cold-tolerant have a greater yield than traditional varieties. TIP! Plants that result in a larger yield should be higher on your priority list when planning the garden. Hybrids are usually hardier in terms of disease and weather resistance, and are […]
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Many times when digging in clay soil the clay will adhere to the shovel, which will make it much harder to dig. Get better results in clay by rubbing car wax or floor wax onto the shovel, then buff off and dig. This will both make the clay fall off of the surface, and prevent […]
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When selecting among several varieties of a plant, choose the ones that will produce the largest yield. A plant that is resistant to disease, or one that is tolerant of extreme weather, will deliver a higher yield. TIP! It is important to do your homework so you choose plants that produce higher yields. A plant […]
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To keep your plants from getting shocked, you need to gradually introduce them to changes in temperature and conditions. When starting the transition, leave the plants in the sun for just 1-2 hours. Over one week, gradually build up the amount of hours you leave the plants outside. By the week’s end, your plants should […]