Gardening can be so much fun, but also a lot of work. To make the most of your gardening experience, we want to share some tips with you.

Location

Pick a good spot for planting your garden. You want to make sure your garden gets enough sunlight during the day. Also, having your garden in a more visible spot will help you to remember to tend to it.

Layout

Before putting your seeds or plants in the ground, make sure you have a thoughtful garden layout. The Old Farmer’s Almanac has some layout options here.

Know Your Zone

Make sure what you plant is recommended for your growing zone. Our community is located in Zone 7. If you want to take a look at a zone map, see this one by the USDA.

Quality Products

Make sure you have good seeds, healthy plants, and the right tools such as a garden hoe, shovel, and gloves. We sell all these products here at Lowry’s. See more about our gardening section here.

Soil Care

Whether you are tilling a garden plot or setting up a raised garden bed, you will want to make sure your soil is in good shape for your plants. Ways to make sure your soil is (and stays) rich include adding compost, fertilizer, and mulch. Start preparing your soil before you plant your garden. You can also test your soil to find out the pH level and other nutrients that are in or missing from your soil.

Protect and Manage

We can about guarantee that you will not be the only one enjoying your garden. There are pests from small bugs to larger animals that will make their way to your garden. You will want to have the proper repellents on hand to protect your plants. You may also want to built a scarecrow or add fencing and netting around your garden to offer added protection. We also recommend keeping an eye on late frosts. Frost will damage your plants, so if you notice the air getting chilly, check frost advisories and cover your plants if needed.

Removing weeds regularly is also a must. A little weeding most every day can prevent weeds from overtaking your garden. We also recommend knowing how to prune your plants. Some plants have instructions that recommend removing to many fruits/vegetables that may be growing to allow for larger fruits and vegetables to be produced. Read the instructions for your particular plants.

Water

Make sure your plants are getting enough water. This will help them to not only survive, but also thrive.

Harvest at the Right Time

Keep an eye on your plants to know when fruits and veggies are getting ripe. Making sure to pick the fruits of your labor at the right time will ensure a delicious reward.

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We hope you find these tips helpful and wish you happy gardening! If you need more help, come visit our store and we can assist you in getting what you need for a successful garden. We’re located in at 3204 Harmony Hwy, Harmony, NC 28634.