The best part is that you get to save money and avoid processed foods! Did I mention how satisfying watching things grow can be?
There are some hacks that make the process easier though; for instance, making labels or protecting plants from harsh conditions (like bugs). Ready to take on this gardening adventure?
There are two big benefits of growing veggies yourself – organic food without having to go grocery shopping, plus seeing them blossom brings so much joy!
Whether it’s labeling tools or bug repellents- there are many common items available which will help you out in your quest towards healthy n’ tasty vegetables!
DIY Measuring Stick
With this handy measuring stick, you will never be without a ruler. When the tape is laid against it and markings are made on its handle, there’s no need for another ruler again!
Make Your Own Labels
Instead of throwing out your broken tiles, make use of them as labels for your jars. Once you’re done with the jar and no longer need a label, scratch off permanent marker using sandpaper to reuse it!
Protect Your Seedlings
If the weather is getting worse, protect your seedlings with upside-down terra cotta pots. Use them as cloches!
Say Bye to Aphids
One way to easily get rid of aphids on organic plants is by wrapping tape around your hands with the sticky side out and gently patting the leaves.
This solution will not damage or harm a plant’s foliage, making it an effective option for those who are trying to maintain their garden without using harsh chemicals.
DIY Water Reservoirs
To keep your thirsty veggies hydrated in the heat, simply create a water reservoir from an empty 2-liter bottle. The plant’s roots will drink up as much as they need using this system and stay healthy and happy!
Reuse Water
Save the water you use to boil vegetables and give it to your plants!
Speed up Germination
If you want to speed up the process of breaking down pea seeds, soak them overnight in warm water. This will give your plants a boost and help germination start sooner than usual!
Toilet Roll Planters
You can plant your own planters from empty toilet rolls tubes. To do this, place the seedling in a tube when it’s ready for planting and pull out all of them with soil once they have grown roots.
This way, you won’t damage their fragile root system while removing the cardboard roll which will naturally rot away over time without disturbing or damaging any part of it .
Save Space Vertically
When you don’t have much ground to plant in, look up. You can grow lots of veggies that climb a rod and make your own vertical garden wall too!
Plan, Plan, Plan!
If you are serious about having a vegetable garden, make sure to plan ahead by using software.
This will help avoid failures and can give advice on what type of plants should be planted, where they would go in the garden with proper spacing between each plant along with when it is best to sow them or rotate crops.