by Wendy Dessler, Guest Contributor
Having a hobby is a great way to forget about the stress in your life for a while. If you love the outdoors and working with your hands, then having a garden is a great idea. Studies show that over 34 percent of the adults in America have a garden.
If you are an avid gardener, staying on the cutting edge of the trends in the planting world should be one of your top concerns. The more you know about the trends in gardening, the easier it will be to plant and grow beautiful flowers.
Read below to find out more about the planting and gardening trends you are sure to see in the coming year.
Seasonal Blooming Plants are a Great Investment
For most newcomers to the world of gardening, beautifying their property is the biggest concern they have. With all of the different flowers and plants on the market, selecting the right ones can be challenging. In the past few years, the sale of seasonal blooming plants has started to catch fire.
Selecting the right blooming plants will require you to consider things like your climate and the right time to plant. Generally, annuals will allow a gardener to put in one year of work for years of blooming and beauty. Not only will you need to plant seasonal blooming plants, you will also need to invest in fragrant plants like lavender. Most newcomers fail to realize that lavender has many uses, which is why it is so popular.
Organic Gardening is Beneficial
Are you looking for a way to make your gardening hobby more eco-friendly? If so, embracing the trend of organic gardening is imperative. Some new gardeners think the only way to make their new plants grow is by saturating them with chemicals. This is not only bad for the plants, it can also be hazardous for the soil. Instead of putting these chemicals into your dirt, you need to embrace an organic way of feeding and caring for your plants.
With the addition of things like a compost pile or fertilizer, you can provide your plants with the nutrients they need to prosper. You also need to find out more about companion plants to ensure you put nutrients back into the soil after particular plants have bloomed. Consulting with a gardener with more experience is essential when trying to find out more about sound and eco-friendly planting practices.
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The Power of Architectural Trees
If you want to add depth and appeal to your existing garden, then strategically planted trees may be just what you need. Before investing in particular trees, take some time to do your homework. Ideally, you want to get trees that are both easy to maintain and beautiful.
Before buying a particular tree, you also need to assess the pruning needs it will have. In most cases, allowing professionals to handle the planting and maintenance of the trees is a good idea. When choosing spots for these trees, make sure you avoid blocking out the sunlight. With the assistance of a tree care professional, you should have no problem choosing the right spot for these garden additions.
Increasing Your Garden’s Appeal Takes Time
Now that you know more about the planting and gardening trends of the future, it is time to take action. The main thing you need to keep in mind when adding new elements to your garden is that it takes time to reap the fruits of this labor. As a gardening enthusiast, patience is definitely a virtue you need to have. Having patience allows you to enjoy the work involved in this activity without setting unrealistic expectations.
Wife and I really enjoy growing plants. We don’t do so much with indoor plants. Mainly a small basic garden. But I have always found an interest in Bonsai trees like most do or have. In either setting I find them to be relaxing and give a form of satisfaction seeing what you’ve done along with the experience of it all.