Gardening Cheatsheet
Terminology
- Annual: a plant that completes its life cycle in one growing season
- Perennial: a plant that lives for more than two years
- Biennial: a plant that takes two years to complete its life cycle
- Compost: decayed organic matter used as a soil amendment
- Mulch: a layer of material applied to the soil surface to conserve moisture and suppress weed growth
- pH: a measure of soil acidity or alkalinity
- Fertilizer: a substance added to soil to provide essential nutrients to plants
- Pruning: the process of cutting back plant branches or stems to promote healthy growth
- Propagation: the process of reproducing plants from seeds, cuttings, or other means
Tips and Tricks
- Choose plants that are well-suited to your climate and soil conditions
- Plant at the appropriate time of year for your location
- Water your plants deeply and infrequently to encourage deep root growth
- Use natural pest control methods like companion planting and beneficial insects
- Use mulch to conserve water and suppress weeds
- Prune your plants regularly to promote healthy growth and improve appearance
- Test your soil pH regularly and adjust as needed with lime or sulfur
- Consider composting to create nutrient-rich soil amendments for your garden
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