No Green Thumb? No Problem! Gardening Services That Help
by Angel Kennedy
If you are more likely to kill a cactus grown in your living room than manage a thriving outdoor garden, it is okay. Not everyone has the ability to grow plants and remember to water and feed greenery. Botany and horticulture are sciences, after all, and it takes a lot of knowledge, time, practice, and patience to grow things. If, however, you are set on growing a garden, there are gardening services available that can help.
Seed Starter Classes
This service teaches gardening newbies how to start seed growth and then successfully transfer the seedlings to soil outside. The classes are a few hours long, and you learn about soil PH, soil moisture requirements for different seeds, when to plant your seeds so that the seedlings do not die before you can transplant them into the ground, and how to care for the plants you start so that they will continue to grow for years to come.
Tilling Services
To grow anything outdoors and in your yard, you literally have to break ground. Tilling churns up the earth and prepares it to accept seeds or seedlings. If you have never used a garden tiller before, you may be quite intimidated by these loud and potentially dangerous instruments. If you are really uncomfortable about using a tiller, hire a landscaper or related professional to till your garden patches for you.
Greenhouse Construction
If you want to work with plants even in the midst of winter, there are companies that will help you construct a greenhouse in your own backyard. After the greenhouse is properly erected, a landscaper will help you get started on growing whatever you are most interested in, including a herb garden, vegetables, and flowers. The landscaper will help you find valuable books and information on what grows best in your greenhouse all year long.
Using Pesticides and Herbicides
Keeping weeds out of your garden and insect pests off your plants is also a valuable skill. You never want to rely too heavily on herbicides and insecticides to do the job as these can harm the environment. However, these chemicals can make gardening a little easier if you are fighting an especially noxious weed or a voracious insect pest that will destroy everything you planted. Either have a professional treat your plants or ask for help in learning what to use and how to use it. Professionals at garden centers like Natorp's Nursery can give you more information.
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About Me
Once I bought my first home, I realized I wanted to dedicate a portion of the yard for a garden. I wanted to grow some fruits and veggies that I could use inside for cooking, but I wasn't sure how to get started. Fortunately, a neighbor of mine heard about my project and suggested a great continuing education class about beginning gardening. When I started going, I was overwhelmed, but I quickly realized that the information was valuable and interesting. Check out this website for details about the garden equipment and supplies you need to ensure a beautiful, bountiful garden.