9 Essential Practices for Organic Gardeners

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Mix compost into soil to improve water and nutrient retention. Compost promotes soil bacteria that help plants thrive. Even without a compost mound, don't worry.

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When planting huge blocks of the same crop, you should avoid doing so since it provides an easy target for pests.

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By planting in broad rows or on raised beds, you can prevent the soil from being compacted. Additionally, permanent walkways prevent soil from being compacted.

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Check plants everyday for pests and diseases before they become serious. Discover all pest and disease management alternatives.

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Feed plants organic plant food like Miracle-Gro® Performance Organics® Edibles Plant nourishment Granules, which fertilises plants for up to 6 weeks, to ensure they receive enough nourishment.

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Only use synthetic pesticides when other approaches fail. Choose a target-specific chemical over a broad-spectrum one.

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Hang birdhouses and install a birdbath to attract insect-eating birds to your yard. Share food with them. (Or don't.)

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At the conclusion of their growing season, let leafy crops like broccoli or greens to blossom so that they may offer nectar for insects that are good to the environment.

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Planting beds should be mulched to prevent the growth of weeds and to keep the soil wet.