23 absolutely essential gardening diagrams

22.03.2015 23 Absolutely Essential Gardening Diagrams

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23 Absolutely EssentialGardening DiagramsWhether you’ve got two green thumbs or you’re an avowed plant-murderer, youneed these tips.

posted on March 21, 2015, at 3:46 p.m.

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1. How much light does your houseplant need? Findout on this handy chart.



urbanext.illinois.edu / Via pinterest.com

Created by University of Illinois Extension.

2. Have a black thumb? These plants are hearty andhard to kill.

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/525865693962406630/

http://urbanext.illinois.edu/houseplants/

http://urbanext.illinois.edu/houseplants/



decor8blog.com

Created by Decor8.

3. If your track record is truly horrible when it comesto keeping plants alive, stick to succulents. This guidewill show you how to plant one.

http://decor8blog.com/2014/01/16/22-hard-to-kill-houseplants/

http://decor8blog.com/2014/01/16/22-hard-to-kill-houseplants/



theartistandthearchitect.com

Created by Stephanie Hammer.

http://www.theartistandthearchitect.com/2013/04/an-infographic-how-to-plant-succulents.html

http://www.theartistandthearchitect.com/2013/04/an-infographic-how-to-plant-succulents.html



4. Here’s how to repot a houseplant (without killing it).



apartmentgeeks.net

Created by NeoMam Studios for Apartment Geeks.

5. Save some money: Here’s a list of food that~magically~ regrows itself.

http://apartmentgeeks.net/a-guide-to-repotting-your-houseplants-infographic/

http://apartmentgeeks.net/a-guide-to-repotting-your-houseplants-infographic/



cookingstoned.tv

Created by Cooking Stoned for Whole Foods Market.

6. Learn how to properly save seeds from peppers(and other fruits and vegetables) so that they’llactually grow when you plant them.

growrealfood.com

http://cookingstoned.tv/blog/2014/02/food-that-magically-regrows-itself-from-kitchen-scraps/

http://cookingstoned.tv/blog/2014/02/food-that-magically-regrows-itself-from-kitchen-scraps/

http://www.growrealfood.com/gardening/seed-saving-tips/



Created by Grow Real Food.

7. Figure out when to plant your seeds by the month.

atypicalenglishhome.com

Created by A Typical English Home.

8. Have a yard that doesn’t get a lot of light? Plantveggies that flourish in the shade.

http://www.atypicalenglishhome.com/2014/04/when-to-plant-vegetables-guide.html

http://www.atypicalenglishhome.com/2014/04/when-to-plant-vegetables-guide.html

http://www.growrealfood.com/gardening/seed-saving-tips/



empressofdirt.net

Created by Empress of Dirt.

9. Follow these tips for cucumber growing success(and click here to find tips for tons of other veggies).

http://empressofdirt.net/shade-vegetables/

http://empressofdirt.net/shade-vegetables/

http://ahealthylifeforme.com/10-tips-growing-cucumbers/#_a5y_p=2174220



ahealthylifeforme.com

Created by A Healthy Life For Me.

10. Keep your precious plants pest and pesticide freeusing these natural sprays.





fix.com

Created by Fix.

http://www.fix.com/blog/pesticide-free-gardening/

http://www.fix.com/blog/pesticide-free-gardening/



11. Raised gardening beds keep vegetables awayfrom contaminated soil, can deter some pests, andare easier on backs and knees—here’s someinformation about how to make one.



fix.com

Created by Fix.

12. Read through this herb primer and then decidewhat you want to grow.

http://www.fix.com/blog/gardening-with-raised-beds/

http://www.fix.com/blog/gardening-with-raised-beds/



illustratedbites.wordpress.com

Created by Heather Diane Hardison (check out her book of food and gardeningillustrations here).

13. Once you make your herb seedling selections,figure out how much light they’ll need.

https://illustratedbites.wordpress.com/2012/05/08/add-some-flavor/

https://illustratedbites.wordpress.com/2012/05/08/add-some-flavor/

https://illustratedbites.wordpress.com/illustrated-bites-book/



empressofdirt.net

Created by Empress of Dirt.

14. If you plan to grow your herbs indoors, readthrough this infographic for some helpful hints.

http://empressofdirt.net/growing-herbs/

http://empressofdirt.net/growing-herbs/



chadwicks.ie

Created by Chadwicks.

15. Get rid of the bug spray and repel mosquitosnaturally using these plants.

http://www.chadwicks.ie/blog/how-to-grow-your-own-indoor-herb-garden/

http://www.chadwicks.ie/blog/how-to-grow-your-own-indoor-herb-garden/



http://www.buzzfeed.com/mallorymcinnis/thyme-to-garden



infinitylawnandgarden.com

Created by Infinity Lawn and Garden.

16. Plant a garden that’s a treat for the nose, eyes,AND mouth with these edible flowers.

http://infinitylawnandgarden.com/resource-center/organic-gardening/how-to/repel-mosquitoes-naturally#.VQm7F2TF93U

http://www.buzzfeed.com/mallorymcinnis/thyme-to-garden

http://infinitylawnandgarden.com/resource-center/organic-gardening/how-to/repel-mosquitoes-naturally#.VQm7F2TF93U



illustratedbites.wordpress.com

Created by Heather Diane Hardison.

17. Here’s a list of how you can use annuals (plantsthat you need to replant every year) in your garden.

https://illustratedbites.wordpress.com/2012/09/01/edible-beauties/

https://illustratedbites.wordpress.com/2012/09/01/edible-beauties/



urbanext.illinois.edu / Via pinterest.com

Created by University of Illinois Extension.

18. Follow these techniques to kill weeds withoutusing chemicals.

http://urbanext.illinois.edu/annuals/uses.cfm

http://urbanext.illinois.edu/annuals/uses.cfm

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/525865693965474420/



Created by Yumi Sakugawa for WonderHowTo.

19. Leaves, grass clippings, newspaper: become amulch master with this chart.

http://thesecretyumiverse.wonderhowto.com/how-to/9-non-toxic-diy-techniques-for-killing-weeds-your-garden-0154855/



fix.com

Created by Fix.

20. Compost in your apartment (without making itsmelly) using this guide.

http://www.fix.com/blog/gardening-with-mulch/

http://www.fix.com/blog/gardening-with-mulch/



sustainableamerica.org

Created by Sustainable America.

21. Do you need your hand trowel or your shovel?Follow this flow chart to pick the correct gardeningtool.

http://www.sustainableamerica.org/blog/how-to-compost-in-your-apartment/

http://www.sustainableamerica.org/blog/how-to-compost-in-your-apartment/



hobbyfarms.com

Created by Hobby Farms.

22. There’s always something that needs to be donein a garden: Here’s a month-by-month guide to whatyou should be doing.

http://www.hobbyfarms.com/crops-and-gardening/pick-your-gardening-tool-infographic.aspx

http://www.hobbyfarms.com/crops-and-gardening/pick-your-gardening-tool-infographic.aspx



blog.spaldingbulb.co.uk

Created by Spalding Plant and Bulb Co..

23. Now take all of that gardening knowledge and gooutside and get dirty…it’s good for you!

http://blog.spaldingbulb.co.uk/spalding-gardening-calendar/

http://blog.spaldingbulb.co.uk/spalding-gardening-calendar/



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