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Not only do plants make us happy, but they also reduce stress levels.
Heres a gardening checklist for beginner green thumbs
1.
Do a little research on your plants
Different plant species need different care approaches.
Its important to choose the right plant for the right place.
This means shade-loving plants have shade and sun-loving plants have sun, he says.
gardner, blogger, and founder of DIY Garden
Ferns and hydrangeas love the shade, for example, whereas roses and lavender love the sun.
Plant them in the right spot, and theyll thrive.
If not, ask an associate at the nursery or garden where you go to pick out your plants.
For indoor plants, Harris recommends keeping them far away from heat sources.
Choose light, airy places away from radiators and full sun for glossy foliage plants, he says.
Regularly check for pests
In particular, aphids, slugs, and snails can damage your outside plants.
Use soapy dishwater and rubber gloves to rub aphids off the stems, he says.
Slugs and snails can be kept at bay with copper tape, eggshells, and sheep wool.
Take note: you may need to do this a few times.
gardner, blogger, and founder of DIY Garden
But all plants respond well to a long soak of water when theyre starting to dry out.
There are very few that benefit from daily watering or a dribble here or there.
With outdoor plants, its important not to underestimate the water requirement of container pots.
In really hot weather, hanging baskets and plants like tomatoes might need a daily water supply and replenishment.
Indoor plants need a little more care when it comes to watering.
Re-pot plants as necessary
If youre doing a good job, your plants in containers will outgrow their homes.
That means that youll need to re-pot when you start to see the roots start showing.
They are versatile garden tools and according to Harris, the number one essential.
Its used to turn over soil or make large, straight-sided holes.
Be sure to wear tough, close-toed shoes you dont mind getting dirty.
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Just push down on the forkhead with your foot, and pull the fork backward to turn the soil.
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Watering can
All plants need water!
A watering can should be easy to lift, so dont buy the biggest you might find.
Choose one with well-fitting rows that sprinkles water evenly over soil, Harris says.
A big splash of water without rows disrupts soil structure and washes smaller plants away, he explains.
They have large comfortable handles and safety blades that lock when youre not using them.
Choose bypass motion secateurs because they cause less damage to living branches than anvil types, Harris suggests.
Then, choose a decorative pot without drainage holes and put the plastic pot inside it for display purposes.
Itll help them glow.
Its an easy way to restore nutrients that houseplants need to get to maintain good health.
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