Early spring is a great time to start preparing for the planting season. While the air can be more cool, choosing plants properly and following certain planting rules can achieve great results.
In this article, we provide basic tips on how to successfully plant plants in early spring.
Plant Planting Rules: Preparing for soil
It is important to properly prepare the soil before starting planting. As soon as the ground thaws and becomes soft, the soil loosening can be started.
Remove weeds, old plant residues and enrich the soil with compost or natural fertilizer. This will give the plants the nutrients they need and improve moisture retention.
What plants to sow in early spring?
In the early spring, cold tolerant plants can be sown, which can grow even at lower temperatures.
- Vegetables:, radish, peas, salads, spinach, turnips and onions.
- Flowers: Pansay, marigold, nasturtium and primrose.
- Herbs: parsley, dill, thyme.
Planting techniques
- A good time: Start planting work when the soil reaches at least 5 ° C.
- Distance between plants: Keep the recommended distances between plants so that they have enough space to grow.
- Watering: In early spring, the soil can be moist enough, so it is important not to water the plants. Water only when the top layer of soil begins to dry.
Protection from frost
In early spring, frost may occur that can damage young plants. Here are several ways to protect plants:
- Covering materials: Use agrotective or plastic film to cover plants.
- Mulch: Soil covering helps retain heat and protect the roots of the plant.
- Potted plants: If you grow plants in pots, move them inside or warmer in the event of a cold.
Additional planting tips
- Fertilizer: Use natural fertilizers that not only nourish plants but also improve soil structure.
- Regular monitoring: Observe the condition of the plants, and remove diseases or pests in time.
- Plan in advance: Make a sowing plan to make plants grow in the right order and no plant will be forgotten.
Plant planting in early spring can be a joyful and useful activity. Properly prepared soil, choosing the right plants and protecting them from frost, you can enjoy healthy and will get a harvest as early as early summer.
Good luck gardening!
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