Sandra asks…
I need a good web site for gardening tips for my veggie garden?
Just planted it 3 weeks ago and it’s growing like crazy
GardenersCardiff answers:
Www.gardenhere.com
Hs a great forum. You can also swap plants and seed with other gardeners
Lizzie asks…
Weed and gardening tips?
Im weeding my grandmothers flower beds so I can plant some new flowers for her. The problem is I have no knowledge on gardening and her beds are completly overrun with huge weeds. Should I spray the weeds with weed killer before I pull them out or just start yanking? What is a good weed killer? Considering this is gonna be an all day job im trying to make this as painless as possible. Any tips would be appreciated
GardenersCardiff answers:
I would probably not spray weed killer since over-spray can easily kill wanted plants along with unwanted weeds. The best method is by hand or garden tool of choice. If you miss a weed and notice it later, simply pull off any blooms, this will at least prevent weeds from spreading. The best way ( I have found) to prevent weeds from returning is using newspaper. I put down several layers (5-6 layers) over where I have weeded, and cover the newspaper with mulch. The newspaper prevents the weeds I may have missed from surviving and decays over time and helps build better soil. It is better than landscape fabric because I can easily plant in it without getting something to cut the landscape fabric with. Besides it makes a good recycle. The key for the future is preventing weeds in the first place. And don’t worry if you have a few weeds, I dare say most people who garden do, if they’ll admit it.
Paul asks…
Anybody have some good gardening tips for herb gardens?
I’m trying to grow lavender, chamomile, sage, mint, and basil. If anybody has any other plants that are good for homemade teas or anything with medicinal properties that would be alright to grow indoors I’d love that too.
GardenersCardiff answers:
Cat nip is easy to grow and it makes a nice relaxing tea
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