Starting an Organic Garden
June 5th, 2011
When you are looking to grow food for your family and loved ones, you already know that you want it to be healthy and nutritious, and one of the best ways to do this is to make sure that your garden is organic! Organic gardening not only allows you to grow food that is free of chemicals or additives, but it also promote ecological responsibility and has low impact consequences for the environment. If you are looking grow an organic garden, you’ll find that there are plenty of tips to get you started.
One of the best ways to get started with an organic garden is to get a hold of some heirloom seeds. You’ll find that heirloom seeds are taken from plants that were once common in human history; as such, they have not been genetically modified and as a rule, they tend to be fairly tough. They are not hybrids, and there are around 4,000 varieties of seeds, so you’ll be able to take your choice.
When working with organic gardening, you’ll find that it is always a good idea to consider the lay out of your garden. You’ll find, for instance, that you can work with intensive intercropping, where you’ll find that one crop is grown between rows of another; this will allow you to take full advantage of your gardening space, and reduce your water and composting requirements. You’ll find that gardening boxes is another way to maximize your space.
Organic gardening also implies that you will be free from the use of chemical pesticides and additives; this does not mean, however, that you are letting your garden run rampant with weeds and bugs! You’ll find that by planting some flowers and herbs around your garden, you’ll be strengthening its immunity to insects. Consider marigolds, mints and chives for a start. You’ll also find that you can deter pests by rotating your crops annually.
Any good organic garden needs a fair amount of planning, and the more you plan, the more prepared you are going to be. Take the time to consider what you can do to make sure that your organic garden continues to feed you and nourish you in the future!
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