Luckily, we’ve compiled a list of 7 common gardening errors that can be easily avoided with some simple fixes!
Accidentally Overcrowding
It is a big mistake not to give your plant enough space. When plants are crowded together, they compete for water and, so make sure you always follow spacing directions with seed packets!
Planting Tomatoes Vertically
The best way to get more tomatoes and veggies in general is by planting them in trenches.
You can bury most of the stem and then lay it horizontal so that there are only a few leaves left on top, which makes more roots grow out from those fine hairs near, where we snip off lower parts for our plants’ stems.
Plus, this technique gives you an even bigger root system – increasing productivity tenfold!
Mulching is a great way to get rid of extra weeds and maintain soil health, even if you don’t have time or know-how for organic gardening. Your plants will love it!
It’s essential to make sure the roots of your plants are well-soaked so they can grow strong and healthy.
When watering the raised beds, aim for an inch less than what you would usually do in order not only prevent fungus but also conserve water, as they require excellent drainage!
Not Planting Mint In A Pot
Have you ever tried sowing a mint plant directly into your flower bed? If yes, then I’m sure that it quickly took over and spread like wildfire making it hard to beat back into submission.
The easiest way for gardeners is by planting these in containers which will stop them from taking over again with similar problems!
Pruning In The Fall
In the fall, most gardeners recommend to trim back branches because it stimulates new growth.
However, you should actually wait until spring when plants have finished blooming before doing any more cutting to avoid draining their energy reserves and weakening them even further!