Starting Gardening can be a practical experience, Whether you have a spacious garden or a small balcony.
you can create a green oasis with a little effort. Starting your gardening journey in India requires understanding the basics things.
Choose the Right Location:
Choose a spot in your garden that gets at least 6-8 hours of sunlight per day and has good drainage to prevent waterlogging.
Start with Easy Plants:
Start your gardening journey with plants that are suitable for the Indian climate like tomato, chilli, coriander, mint.
Soil For Your Garden:
Before planting, ensure the soil is loose, well-draining, and rich in organic matter.
Regular Watering
Water your plants deeply and regularly, especially during the hot and dry months.
Mulching:
Apply a layer of organic mulch, such as dry leaves and grass clippings, to conserve soil moisture and regulate soil temperature.
Fertilizing:
Use organic fertilizers like compost, vermicompost or organic manure to enrich the soil and provide essential nutrients.
Pruning:
Regularly prune away dead, diseased and fallen leaves to improve air circulation and promote new growth.
Pest Control:
Monitor your plants for signs of insect infestation and diseases. Use organic neem oil spray, garlic spray, etc.
Companion Planting:
Plant companion species together to enhance growth, deter pests, and improve overall garden health
Support Structures:
Install trellises, stakes, or cages to support climbing plants such as tomatoes, beans, cucumbers, and peas.