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Spring is not just about flowers, it's about people. Spring can bring people together. This spirit is perfectly captured in a new painting. "Spring Bloom and Birds," is the result of a collaboration with a retired pastor and a former teacher. While the artist isn't selling the original artwork, you can purchase prints or posters from her. For more information, visit her website.

Birds and Blooms Extra is for you if birds are your passion. This North American magazine is packed with useful tips and expert advice, along with a wide range of beautiful photos. Birds and Blooms offers a great repurpose section which allows readers the opportunity to re-purpose items normally thrown out in a garden. These tips can help attract birds in your yard. Invasive plants can also be dangerous to wildlife. Learn how to keep them out of your garden.

Birds and Blooms published its first issue in 1995. Milwaukee, Wisconsin houses the editorial offices of Birds and Blooms magazine. Every issue contains articles written by readers. The illustrations and photographs are often of the best quality. It also contains information on bird watching and backyard gardening. The EXTRA edition is also available. It is published six months per year. You can subscribe to the EXTRA edition and receive the most recent issues without having to re-order.


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FAQ

How can you prepare the soil to grow vegetables in your garden?

It is simple to prepare soil for your vegetable garden. You must first remove all weeds from the area you wish to plant vegetables. Then, add organic matter such as composted manure, leaves, grass clippings, straw, or wood chips. Then water the plants well and wait for them to sprout.


What vegetables are good to grow together?

Growing tomatoes and peppers together is excellent because they both like similar temperatures and soil conditions. They work well together as tomatoes need heat to ripen and peppers need lower temperatures for optimal flavor. To grow them together, you can start seeds indoors around six weeks before planting. Once the weather cools down, transplant the pepper or tomato plants outdoors.


What's the difference?

Hydroponic gardening makes use of nutrient-rich water rather than soil to grow plants. Aquaponics combines fish tanks with plants to create a self-sufficient ecosystem. Aquaponics is like having your own farm in your home.


Does my backyard have enough space for a garden?

If you don't already have a vegetable garden, you might wonder whether you'll have enough room for one. Yes. A vegetable garden doesn't take up much space at all. It just takes some planning. Raised beds can be built as low as 6 inches. You could also use containers to replace raised beds. Either way, you'll still get plenty of produce.


How do I determine the type of soil that I have?

It is easy to tell the difference by the color of your dirt. Darker soils contain more organic matter than lighter-colored ones. A second option is soil testing. These tests measure the number of nutrients present in the soil.


What time should I plant herbs in my garden?

The ideal time to plant herbs is springtime, when the soil temperature is 55°F. They should be in full sun to get the best results. For basil indoors, plant seedlings in potting mix-filled pots and let them grow until they produce leaves. After plants begin to grow, you can move them into indirect sunlight. After three weeks, transplant the plants to individual containers. Water them frequently.


What's the best way to keep my indoor plant alive?

Indoor plants can survive up to ten years. However, it's important to repot your plant every few months to help promote new growth. Repotting is simple. Remove the old soil and place fresh compost.



Statistics

  • Most tomatoes and peppers will take 6-8 weeks to reach transplant size so plan according to your climate! - ufseeds.com
  • According to the National Gardening Association, the average family with a garden spends $70 on their crops—but they grow an estimated $600 worth of veggies! - blog.nationwide.com
  • 80% of residents spent a lifetime as large-scale farmers (or working on farms) using many chemicals believed to be cancerous today. (acountrygirlslife.com)
  • According to a survey from the National Gardening Association, upward of 18 million novice gardeners have picked up a shovel since 2020. (wsj.com)



External Links

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How To

How to Start a Garden

It's much simpler than people realize to start your own garden. There are many ways to start a garden.

One method is to purchase seeds from a local nursery. This is probably the easiest way to start a garden.

Another option is to purchase a plot of land for a community-based garden. Community gardens are usually located near schools, parks, and other public areas. These plots are often equipped with raised beds that can be used for vegetable growing.

Container gardening is an easy way to plant a garden. A container garden involves filling a small pot with dirt and then planting it. Then plant your seedlings.

Another option is to buy a ready-made kit. You will find everything you need to begin a garden in a kit. Some kits include tools and supplies.

The best thing about starting a garden is that there are no rules. You can do what works best for you. Be sure to keep these basic guidelines in mind.

Decide what type of garden you want. Do you want a large garden or a small one? Or do you prefer to grow a few herbs in pots instead?

Next, decide where you'll plant your garden. Are you going to use a container? Or will you be planting in the ground?

Once you have decided on the type of garden that you would like to create, you can start shopping for materials.

You should also consider how much space you have available. If you live in a city apartment, you may not have room for a big garden.

Now you are ready to start building your garden. Preparing the area is the first step.

This means that you must remove all weeds. Next, dig out a hole for each plant. Make sure the holes are deep enough so that the roots won't hit the sides when they grow.

Fill the holes with compost or topsoil. Add organic matter to help retain moisture.

Once you have prepared the area, place the plants. You should not crowd them. They require space to grow.

As the plants grow, keep adding organic matter. This prevents disease and keeps the soil healthy.

When you see new plant growth, fertilize them. Fertilizer encourages strong root systems. It promotes faster, healthier growth.

You should continue watering your plants until they reach full maturity. Once this is achieved, harvest the fruit and enjoy!




 



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