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Kelly Gordon is a gardening expert at Daisy Rain Garden Systems.
you might also save a lot of money by growing your own produce.
The correct pot size is important.
Fruits and vegetables require consistent watering, so its ideal to have a timer set up.
Macro-Drip irrigation is easy to install and is a lot more reliable than thin micro-drip lines, says Gordon.
And verify theres lots of water access tokeep them well hydrated.
Kelly Gordon is a gardening expert at Daisy Rain Garden Systems.
The easiest fruits to grow yourself
1.
Tomatoes
Yes, you might think of tomatoes as a vegetable, but theyre actually classified as fruits.
Tomatoes grow very fast and offer a productive yield if theyre planted in fertilized soils, says Smith.
If youre a beginner, buy plant starters rather than seeds, adds Smith.
Grow smaller types indoors and large salad tomatoes outdoors if you want.
Cherries
If youre planting many cherries on the ground, verify to plant them at least 35 feet apart.
Berries
Berries can be easy to grow if youre committed to putting in the work.
They require more pots and diligence.
Many cultivars of blueberry are not self-pollinating, which means they require a second cultivar nearby to yield fruit.
Kelly Gordon is a gardening expert at Daisy Rain Garden Systems.
Raspberries and strawberries are more forgiving, but raspberries in particular benefit from cross-pollination, she adds.
To garden berries, they need full sun and well-drained soil.
Heres a tip from Smith: remove runners to encourage more fruit growth.
double-check to place the bowl in the sunniest spot of your garden.
Most plants require high humidity to thrive and our houses can rarely provide it by default, says McKenzie.
This one is affordable and comes in a nice green.
This tool set has shovels, rakes, and trowelsit fits all your needs for a reasonable price.
Still, it must be light enough for you to carry.
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