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Need Advice On Organic Gardening? Keep Reading
A lot of us plant our gardens during the spring and summer months in order to have fresh vegetables for our families. Although you may not call this "organic," that's exactly what it is if you're not using chemical enhancers to assist you. Find out what else you can do to enjoy an organic garden by reading these tips.

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The ideal temperature to set your thermostat for indoor plants is between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit during the daylight hours. The temperature needs to be this warm so they are able to grow. These temperatures may not be comfortable for you, however. As an alternative to keeping your entire home that warm, consider getting heat lamps for your organic plants.

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To conserve water and protect your plants, use a soaker hose instead of a sprinkler. A soaker hose is a hose with small holes that lies at the base of your plants and administers water directly to the soil. This deters evaporation and keeps water from touching the foliage, which can cause fungus and disease.

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A great tip for getting the most out of your organic garden is to use soaker hoses. These hoses can be left on for several hours on low pressure, which will save you time from having to stand with a regular hose or filling visit this website up a watering can. This will give you time to work in another area of your garden.

One of the most important things you can do in regards to your organic garden is be aware of the types of plants that you can use. When buying plants for your landscape, try looking for well-adapted plants that can be used in your soil, with your sun or shade exposure and that can survive in your temperature range.

Keep kitties looking for a bathroom out of your garden with natural deterrents such as black pepper and orange peels. You can also cover the ground around your plants with chicken wire, or purchase a pack of inexpensive wooden chopsticks and poke them in the ground haphazardly. These ideas can protect your vegetables and herbs from being contaminated by toxoplasmosis, a parasite that can be especially harmful to pregnant women.

Organic gardening is the healthiest way you can grow a garden. Imagine not having to worry about your children being harmed by chemicals and pesticides. Try some of the ideas suggested in this article. Experiment, and have fun trying new ways. You will be surprised at how easy organic gardening can be.




 
 
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