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soozba on
May 29, 2015
South West EnglandQ.Marking spray paint
We need to plant hundreds of vegetable seedlings very precisely in straight lines. Is there a good temporary spray paint that we could use to mark soil, grass and sometimes membrane with, maybe chalk? Something that is removed my rain or light rubbing would be ideal. Many thanks Sooz
Answered by
shelley on
May 29, 2015
Certified ExpertA.I would go to your local home improvement store and look for a spray can of marking chalk, such as the one in the following link: https://www.amazon.com/Krylon-5894-Marking-Chalk-White/dp/B000PJ67M6
You can also use stakes and string to create straight lines if you are unsuccessful finding the spray you want.
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pamrpowell on
May 30, 2015
South WalesQ.Creating flower bed in lawn
I am going to use glyphosate to kill the grass prior to making new flower beds. Is it advisable to create some sort of barrier between the lawn and the new bed or is this not necessary?
- Answered by
shelley on
May 30, 2015
Certified ExpertA.While you can certainly use glyphosate to kill your grass to prepare a flower bed, there are other non-chemical means you can explore also, which are discussed in the article link below - these natural methods would eliminate your concern of glyphosate drift onto other areas of your lawn. It would be advisable to spread newspaper over the adjoining areas while you are spraying glyphosate just to afford it some protection.
You will want to wait at least 3 days after a glyphosate application before planting your flowers. For more information, click here:
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Anonymous on
June 5, 2015Q.flower beds
I just moved into a house with flower beds along the house that are dried out and filled with weeds. I would like step by step directions to make the flower bed healthy and start planting flowers! Do I need to place a tarp below the soil to control roots? Thank you!
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
June 8, 2015A.If you want to start from scratch, it will certainly give you the edge. You have several options that you can choose as well. These articles will help you with whatever method you use:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/starting/how-to-build-a-flower-bed-starting-a-flower-bed-from-scratch.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/weeds/how-to-kill-grass-naturally-kill-unwanted-grass-in-your-yard.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/urban/raised-beds-for-urban-settings-no-digging-required.htm
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Anonymous on
August 12, 2015Q.Starting new garden
I would like to create a garden for harvest throughout the growing season. I would like to know, if managed properly, if there was value, potential harm and/or a protocols to follow for creating a garden in the fall vs spring? If equal, I would just prefer to take on the task of preparing the area, while I have motivation! Additionally, I would appreciate any tips on constructing a garden designed to be efficient. I am leaning towards a 10x10 because it seems to be pretty straight forward.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
August 13, 2015A.First, I would suggest raised beds, as they are easier to maintain and crops generally perform well in them. In your area, the use of cold frames, row covers and the like may be helpful too in prolonging the growing season. Here is more information to help get you started: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/raised-vegetable-gardens.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/fall-vegetable-gardening.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/preseeding-vegetables.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/projects/building-cold-frames.htm
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Anonymous on
August 16, 2015Q.Shady Food Garden
We are in the process of planning and building a LEED certified home. One of the credits that we would like Is having a food garden. We have a space large enough but it will only get sunlight for a portion of the day. Are there any recommended plants for food gardens that are shady? We are located in Nashville, TN.
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Downtoearthdigs on
August 18, 2015A.These article should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/shade-vegetables.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/hgen/shade-tolerant-herbs-for-your-herb-garden.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
Anonymous on
August 25, 2015Q.how to garden
I am 8 and I want to be a tourer for gardens and I love flowers. I want to know how to garden and take good care of it.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
August 24, 2015A.My first thought is to start small. Instead of creating a big garden, try a few plants in pots and slowly work your way up to a garden bed. Perhaps, some of the following articles will help get you started:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/children/basic-plant-life-cycle-and-the-life-cycle-of-a-flowering-plant.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/children/how-plants-grow.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/children/fun-plants-for-kids.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/children/herb-gardens-for-children.htm
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September 15, 2015Q.convert play area to vegetable garden
I have a 20' x 15' plot which held a play structure until it reached the end of its service life. The structure is down and I am converting this area to a vegetable garden. I've pulled up the weed barrier, but there is still about 6 - 10" of pine wood chip mulch. Can I simply rototill this into the soil? Will the pine wood chips interfere with the vegetables we want to grow next spring? Is there anything I can mix in while rototilling that will accelerate the decomposition of the pine wood chips?
- Answered by
bumblebee on
September 16, 2015A.Have you considered removing the chipped pine and using it as a mulch elsewhere? It involves a bit of labour and some expense perhaps depending on where you live but it may improved vegetable growth and productivity if you import some fresh soil high in organing matter plus add any composted material you have already. Just some thoughts. Good luck. ?
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