Garden tools FAQs
What garden tools are necessary to work in a garden?
Gardeners should never be without several essential tools. A shovel
and hoe are the most basic requirements. A hoe will allow one to chop
weeds and drag them out of the ground. A hoe is also useful for breaking
up clumps of dirt as you plant vegetation.
How often should I water my garden?
Watering a garden is a very important consideration as one takes care
of a garden. To little watering and the roots of your plants or vegetables
will be shallow and weak. Too much water and the plants will not grow.
Before watering, one should feel into the earth two to three inches.
If your fingers are damp when you remove them, then you probably do
not need to water. If they are dry, it is time to water your garden.
What does a soaker hose do?
A soaker hose is a special kind of hose that is used to water plants.
The hose has the conventional shape of all hoses; however, it has minute
holes punched in the fabric of the hose. The holes allow water to slowly
seep out of the hose. This allows the soil to slowly absorb the water
and the water will not run off.
Is fertilizer necessary to use in my garden?
Most gardens require the use of fertilizer. Good fertilizer usually
has 15 percent to 20 percent nitrogen. Nitrogen is a vital substance
that all lawns and gardens need. In addition to fertilizing, one should
test for the proper pH of their garden.