The latest Gardening articles published and distributed by Articles3000.com http://www.articles3000.com/rss/Gardening.xml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 04:24:30 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.articles3000.com/Gardening/210186/How-to-do-an-Arizona-Tree-Removal.html In order to safely and efficiently remove a tree it is very important to consider the following things: safety, equipment, and work plan 1 o Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:08:01 +0100 http://www.articles3000.com/Gardening/210022/Beginners-Landscape-Design.html There is no doubt that the field of landscape design ideas is a large one – many people spend years studying it as a hobby or as a profession The good news is that in most cases if you follow a few simple rules it is easier than you think to make your garden look great r Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:50:01 +0100 http://www.articles3000.com/Gardening/209950/Survivalist-Seeds-Prepared-to-Die.html We don't really need to ask why the popularity with non-hybrid seeds, also known as survivalist seeds With weekly revelations of additional staff at the White House espousing, let us say, non-capitalist sentiment there are many American patriots that are feeling the cold finger of fear and feel preparations are in order d Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:42:57 +0100 http://www.articles3000.com/Gardening/209949/Beginners-Guide-to-Organic-Gardening.html Typically, people new to organic gardening are excited by the whole concept of “organic,” but don’t know where to start I remember when I first got the organic “fever”; I was so excited to “discover” many things—not realizing immediately that organic gardening has been around since creation following the 3 R’s you will avoid a lot of potential plant problems, plus, you’ll save yourself time, money, and aggravation. It’s much easier to learn about how to grow fat nutritious organic tomatoes after you have learned what soil and sun requirements tomatoes have, than to rebuy and replant seedlings because you skipped this important step. Follow The Rules You can’t be successful if you cheat or take shortcuts. You might be tempted to think you can add a chemical to make your plants grow faster or taller. Read that sentence again. Do you see that word “chemical”? The use of chemicals is the opposite of organic. We want to assist you in growing gorgeous plants and healthful veggies. We don’t promote or support the use of chemicals. When chemicals are added to the soil to induce artificial growth or color they destroy the very life needed to grow! The essence of Organics is: No Chemicals. Ever. (Besides, if you think you can ingest chemicals without any adverse effects, you’ve been woefully misled!) You Can’t Create Life When you get right to the heart of the matter, you can’t create a tomato. All you can do is plant a little tiny seed, give it what it needs to grow. In my ignorance I used to repeat that tired old cliché, “Life begins in the soil.” Well, that’s only half true. While the plant may start to grow in the soil after planting, it’s the life in the soil that enables a plant to flourish. Micro- organisms such as fungi, bacteria, protozoa and nematodes convert organic fertilizer into energy for your plants to grow. The Natural Way… Okay, the word is incredibly over-used, but, as far as gardening goes, organic is truly natural. You won’t find deadly chemicals occurring naturally in any landscape. If you’re ready to pursue an organic lifestyle, then you need to start by doing some housecleaning. Yep, I said housecleaning. I suggest finding a good bio-degradable bag and, starting under your sink bag up all the chemicals to kill bugs and weeds. Then, progressing to your basement, garage, or utility shed, the goal is to collect them all and get rid of them! This is an act of commitment. If you’re ready to commit to growing healthy and nutritious food, then you need to get rid of any and all the poisons that might have an effect on your garden. Okay, so you have a bag of toxic substances in hand, and you’re walking out to your garbage can… Suddenly you realize that there might possibly be a safety issue concerning the disposal of this stuff. Whoa. If you have to consider how to safely dispose of a product, why would you even want it in your home? Lawn and garden chemicals are some of the most toxic substances on the market, and there is so much compelling evidence of health risks that some states have outlawed the use of chemicals on school property. People claim to be going “green,” but they’re still buying lawn chemicals. Go figure. Allow yourself time to learn. Remember that the organic approach to gardening is a process and not an event. Before we advance to the Basics of Container Gardening, our next step in the process, let’s do a quick review of the 3 T’s: Research the plants you want to grow; read about the soil and sun they need. How much water do they need? How big are they going to get? Take notes! Then go shopping. Ask my wife and she will tell you that I would sooner be tortured than have to endure the weekly trip to the grocery store with our four year old and six year old girls. However, I need no persuasion to go shopping for new pots or trellis’s or plants. I love everything about being outdoors with my little portion of nature. Once you’ve reviewed what plants you want and what size pots you need, go check out your local garden center or nursery. Inquire about soil amendments. Explain that you are growing organic container produce and you don’t want anything that has been irradiated. You want to buy composted plant (such as cotton burr) or animal (cow, chicken or horse manure) material. The keyword is composted. Good compost is rich and dark, and smells earthy. If you pick up a bag of compost and it stinks (and I realize that’s a personal opinion) then you don’t want it. Compost should never smell foul or rancid. If it reeks, leave it there. You can also leave generic potting soil there too. There is no life in potting soil; it’s totally dead. Plain old potting soil is totally inappropriate stuff to grow anything organically. If you look closely at the ingredients of a typical bag of potting soil you will see that a majority of the product is made up of ground up tree bark, and contains large chips of wood. The second most common ingredient is sphagnum peat moss which has more effective at adding bulk to the bag than contributing anything beneficial to your plant’s nutrition. All these ingredients are then sterilized by radiation to kill off all the nasty bugs, larva, bad bacteria, and a variety of seeds. This also kills off beneficial micro-organisms that your plant needs to convert organic fertilizer into energy for growth. That’s why they have to juice it up with synthetic chemicals to prod Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:35:58 +0100 http://www.articles3000.com/Gardening/209501/Keeping-The-Deer-Away-From-Your-Garden.html Although it might be the quickest choice to just spray a deer repellent on your plants and shrubs then walk away and forget about it for a while, this is not the only choice obviously It's one of the quickest and in many cases the most effective h Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:14:55 +0100 http://www.articles3000.com/Gardening/209014/Hydroponic-Gardening-What-is-It.html There is no doubt that the average horticulturalist and gardening is used to getting dirty After all, they are constantly rooting around in soil, applying pesticides and fertilizers r Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:57:03 +0100 http://www.articles3000.com/Gardening/208653/Bonsai-Garden-How-to-Start-Your-Garden.html You have been living in that house for quite a few years now You have the perfect house with a lot of space in your front yard and backyard Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:14:59 +0100 http://www.articles3000.com/Gardening/208652/Bonsai-Care-Tips-to-Keep-Your-Garden-Healthy.html Congratulations You are now a full pledged gardener g Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:08:00 +0100 http://www.articles3000.com/Gardening/208432/Find-Out-Why-So-Many-People-Are-Enjoying-the-Benefits-of-Bali-Huts.html Every year we try and spend as much time as we can within our garden to enjoy every aspect of it However this can often be difficult to achieve thanks to aspects such as bad weather or a lack of reliable outdoor furniture and features r Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:35:57 +0100 http://www.articles3000.com/Gardening/207616/Plan-Ahead-When-Choosing-A-Gazebo.html If you enjoy the outdoors, buying or building a gazebo for the backyard will make a great retreat for outdoor relaxation, or for entertaining Adding a wooden gazebo to your yard will provide a great place for anyone looking for a place to relax and enjoy nature providing shade or keeping you dry in a rainy day it will certainly be a great investment for any home. Choosing the right size and design is something you will need to research to determine what will be adequate for your needs. One great place to start when deciding on the size and design will be the location. The location will determine what size and style that will work for the spot you have chosen. Take a walk around your property with a tape measure to find that perfect spot. Once you see a good area, measure to get a good idea what size you will be able to build or buy. Also when choosing the location keep in mind what kind of a view you will have to enjoy. When choosing a design, You will want something that will blend and look good with your landscape or surroundings. If you have began researching online, you may have noticed there are many shapes and styles. When choosing keep in mind how you intend to use the space. If you plan on having furniture inside, or entertaining you will need a large area. If these are not your intentions a small gazebo will work just fine to sit, relax, perhaps read a book. If you just need something that will not be permanent, consider a gazebo tent. These structures come in many designs and sizes. They can be set up and taken down quickly. These portable gazebos are excellent for special events. Once you are done using it you can easily take it down and store it in the garage or shed. There are many online retailers with great deals and discounts. If you will be building one yourself as a permanent structure, redwood and cedar are the most popular choices for building. Find free or invest in some gazebo plans. Having plans to follow will make this project much easier. Plans will come with a material list and a cut list. By having a material list you can get a good idea how much this project will cost. If you don't have the time or skills required to build this yourself, you can always show the plans to local handymen and get some estimates. 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