Thursday 22 March 2007

CHECKLIST FOR A NOVICE GARDENER


Photo: Just relax.

Gardening is supposed to be relaxing and enjoyable so relax and enjoy yourself!



Start small. Containers or a small corner to prepare and plant is a good beginning.



Gardening is an organic process. Don’t be scared to move plants around. Just dig them up, put in a new position and water in.



A positive attitude when planting seeds is more important than how deep and how far apart. Just expect them to grow and follow what the seed packet says.



If you do make mistakes, don’t worry about them-learn from them.



When visiting friends look around their garden, see what plants and designs appeal to you. You’ll probably end up having a good aul’ chat about what they’ve done and you might even get a slip (A plant cutting to put in the ground, not a fall where you end up on the ground)!



Remember, when you are outside gardening you are getting plenty of fresh air and exercise and you don’t see what a mess the house is in!



And remember gardening IS supposed to be relaxing and enjoyable so relax and enjoy yourselves!

Horticultural.

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