10 easy gardening secrets
Horticulture can be a very rewarding process. Imagine for a second you were transposed into the karmic-driven world of Earl. It doesn't matter if you are a new or experienced gardener, that feeling binds all gardeners together.
That said the cost of gardening can actually add up. The soil, tools, and fertilizers from the moment you create your gardening bed will all quickly become priceless. Fortunately, the benefits of horticulture can be enjoyed without breaking the bank. We have compiled great tips from experienced gardeners everywhere! So, start saving your money and get started
1. Use dry sponge and newspaper mulch
Instead of buying mulch in bulk, store your dryer cloth in a container. Also, you can shred your newspaper.
2. Milk jugs are a cheap alternative to an irrigation can
Instead of throwing away that jug of milk, use it next time as a jug of water. All you have to do is punch some holes in the top and fill with water and you are ready to go.
3. Turn a wine bottle into a self-irrigating plant
Using a nail, drill a hole in the center of the clean wine cork and make a hole that goes all the way. Fill a recently cleaned (and disinfected) wine bottle with water and insert the cork into the neck. Flip the bottle upside down to make sure water is flowing through the hole, then place the neck into the soil and tilt it towards the roots. If you accidentally remove the cork, you can quickly flip the bottle and jam it into the soil, giving the same effect.
4. Save your old egg cartons and use them as seed starters
Why use an egg carton? Egg cartons are easy to use and are already segregated. Also, they are free. Who says horticulture and the environment cannot benefit at the same time?
5. Use cheap coffee filters lined up at the bottom of your pots
Coffee filters are not cheap, but they help prevent dirt from going everywhere. Before you bake anything in the oven, think of it as putting on a baking sheet!
6. Use human urine to prevent deer
Of course, motion-activated sprayers can deter deer, but they are expensive. As a cheaper alternative, save some urine and pour it over the edge of your garden to prevent deer.
7. Use soda cans to give ventilation to large gardeners
Yes, we all love large gardeners with flowers and preferred plants, but maintaining one can be expensive, especially considering only the size of the soil. Instead of spending money on soil, try this tip. Fill the bottom of your plant with clean, empty soda cans. Press down a bit so the cans settle down, making it easier for air to move between breaks. Your plants will also get more oxygen this way!
8. Use newspaper sheets to prevent weeds
Weeds are one of the biggest enemies of a gardener. You pull one out and do 10 more crops. Here's the secret: not only take care of your weed problem early on but also use the newspaper! Yes, place newspaper around your plants before adding mulch to prevent weeds from growing. If you do not have a newspaper in hand, the cardboard box will work too!
9. To prevent pests, store Irish spring soap
Soap only works on insects such as rats, rabbits, and deer. Cut some of the soap and secure it to the tree poles that can scatter around your garden. Deer, in particular, are cut off by the smell of animal fat in the soap. If you can’t get Irish Spring soap, try a scented soap made with fat derived from animal fat.
10. Place a sponge at the base of a plant to control watering
The absorbency of a sponge makes it an excellent addition to a gardener's base. Cut the sponge size and place it at the bottom of the growing pot before adding soil and plant.
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