Choose The Right Plants For Your Garden This Year
Planting flowers and bringing a garden to life is one of the great joys for most people. But how do you choose the right plants for your garden this year? The good news is you have experts who can advise you what to plant, where to plant; information about the sun; the soil, how much water to use; pests; and any other question you may have. Here are some other ideas to consider.
Most gardener experts would suggest planting perennials because they return every year. Although they only bloom for from two weeks to a full season, depending the variety of perennial you buy. Annuals, on the other hand, die after one year. Blooming in early spring, they may last a few months. While they are less expensive than perennials, they would have to be replaced, which isn’t really cost-effective.
Hardy annuals such as: sweat peas and annual poppies are known to stand any kind of winter. Considered to be perennials because they produce their own seeds, you can plant them in early spring. Tender annuals such as marigolds, zinnias, and chrysanthemums, on the other hand, cannot withstand the cold. So be sure to plant them in late spring.
Finally, there are slow annuals such as petunias and snapdragons. These take a long time to grow before blooming. These should be planted in pots first early in the season, then transplant to the garden later on when it’s warm.
Roses……ah, the sweet smell of roses. Roses should have a minimum of at least a half day of sun. So too, shade in the heat of the afternoon helps prolong the life of the blooms. Choose an area of well-drained soil. Roses cannot be maintained in soggy soil.
Whatever you decide to plant and where, you may want to consult with your local gardening supplier to determine when the best time would be.
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