Organic Gardening - Plan What to Plant
Though almost every American now buys organic food and products, around 70% only buy occasionally. One of the reasons why many people do not consider going straight for organic is its price. While organic foods really command higher price in the market, there are ways to make organic lifestyle affordable and enjoyable.
One of the most exciting and enriching ways to enjoy the benefits of organic food is to plant the mostly used items in the house. Instead of purely growing grass and ornamental plants, convert a portion of the open space into an organic garden.
Organic gardening is defined as the practice of growing vegetables, herbs and fruits using only things found in nature. Everything must be natural and organic, starting from the seeds, the soil, fertilizers, pest control. Harmful pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers are strictly out of the scene.
To start the organic garden, there is a need for a simple planning - what to do, where to go, when to start, how to implement, and of course, how to manage time, how to get everyone cooperate and get involved, and other related tasks.
Before planting, plan what to plant. It is recommended that the items most commonly used and consumed in the house should be given priority. It might be herbs and spices like basil and pepper, then leafy vegetables like lettuce, common root crops like carrot, and other kinds of vegetables like eggplant and tomato. Plant a few of every item that would supply the daily needs of a family. If there are neighbors who are also into gardening, share and exchange seeds because a pack of seeds is more than enough for one planting.
Planting will not be easy for beginners. Read procedures on how to plant the desired plants contained in your list. Plants require specific type of soil, climate and other factors. Select plants that are suited to the site conditions. If the site is an open space with lots of sunlight, choose the plants that need a lot of sunlight. If the site receives sunlight only at particular hours because of shady landscape, then choose plants that suit this condition. Check the type of soil in the area and know if there is a need to buy garden soil or other type of soil to complement the existing soil.
Like human beings, plants grow well if the environment suits them. Love the plants and the plants will bring it back to you.
Great post.
This is off-topic, but what is your favorite soil conditioning fertilizer? I’ve tried Bio-Magic on my vegetable garden, but I don’t know how happy I am with the results. Anyone have suggestions?
i like to add herbs and spices on the foods i cook..`”
i would have to say that organic gardening is a good way to spend your time and also it can keep you healthy.*;-