The Beginner’s Guide To Starting A Home Garden
Hello, beginner and budding gardening enthusiasts!
What do you imagine when the words “Home Garden” pop up in front of you?
Is it a peaceful corner with lush green pots, colourful blooming flowers, hanging plants and a nice cosy seating area for you to sit and read? If yes, you’re definitely in the right place if you want to turn this imagination into a budding reality!
Having a Home Garden has therapeutic benefits. With less stress levels, increased connection to the natural world, and the sheer joy of tending to your plants – be it drizzling water every morning or watching them blossom and grow with your love – the feeling of reward is pure and unmatched.
A home garden enhances your space, adding beauty and making it uniquely yours through your choice of plants, pots, vases, flowers, colours, and more. It holds the potential to become a space you can proudly label yours.
Here’s a garden of reasons related to why you must start a Home Garden.
- Boosts mood
- Increases oxygen levels
- Reduces stress
- Enhances connection with nature
- Natural and healthy home-grown produce
- Amazing aesthetics
- A corner for your hobbies to bloom
- Improved health (physical activity boosts cardiovascular health) And plenty others
How can you seed in a Home Garden?
Let us help you with a list of essential tools and pieces of equipment that are a must in your gardening pursuits!
- Gloves
- Watering Can
- Gardening Fork – Use it for turning over soil and compost. It gets air into the soil, which is crucial for plant health
- Shovel – A must-have tool for digging, planting, and moving soil or compost
- Pruning Shears – For cutting and trimming plants and shrubs to encourage healthy growth
- Rake – Used to gather leaves, smooth soil, and level gardening beds
- NPK Fertilizers – A must for the oh-so-good and luscious growth of your beloved plants
These tools will set you up for success as you start your gardening journey!
Best Plants For The New Garden-Lovers!
1) Snake Plant
It is low-maintenance yet highly aesthetic. Be sure to prevent overwatering and avoid soggy soil to keep it healthy.
2) Spider Plant
It thrives in a humid environment. Keep it away from direct sunlight, and water it twice a week for optimal growth.
3) Ivy
Ivy adds a charming touch. Give it some sunlight, water, and a surface to climb for a lush, vibrant look.
4) Pothos Plant
For better growth, provide good sunlight and water every fortnight, making sure the soil is completely dry before watering.
5) Philodendron
Philodendron thrives in indirect sunlight and blooms beautifully. Water every two weeks and use NPK fertilizer for healthy, strong growth.
Ready? Your Pleasant Home Garden Awaits.
Let’s dive into the preparations!
Location
- Ample sunlight
- Protection against strong winds
- Great soil quality
Clean Area
- No scope for debris
- Remove weeds
Test The Soil
- Soil pH (Check whether it’s too acidic or alkaline with a simple soil test kit.) It must be between 6.0 and 7.5
- Boost fertility and soil quality with NPK fertilizers, compost, etc.
Watering Schedule
- Pay heed to each plant’s requirements and stick to a watering routine
- Ensure careful attention, especially in the early stages
Growth Space
- Leave enough room between plants for airflow and growth
Maintain Regular Care
- Pull out weeds regularly
- Keep an eye on the growth of your plants and use NPK fertilizers as and when necessary
Once all your basics are in place, greatly prepared with enough investment of time and effort, your garden is bound to be healthier, greener, and the experience – rewarding. The secret ingredient to any plant’s astounding growth is – you guessed it – love & care!
The NPK Fertilizers by Finozen Garden Fertilizers have always got your plants’ back at every stage. With enriching nutrients and striking the perfect balance of nourishment, your plants are in for a treat!
Watch your affection reflect directly in the way your Home Garden blooms, and be prepared to be addicted to that feeling in no time!
The journey is going to be worth it.
Happy Gardening!