One of the most important factors to consider, when gardening, is the health of the soil. Healthy soil directly correlates to healthy plants!

Part of providing for the plants that grow in your garden is providing for their nutrition. Just like us, plants need a balanced diet in order to thrive.

Water slowly, deeply, and in the cool of the morning. Irrigation and careful hand-watering will save water. Rich, loose soil will help retain moisture.

Pruning trees and shrubs can promote healthy growth, remove old, dead wood and extend blooming for many plants. This is beneficial for the plant, in that it revitalizes and stimulates new growth. It is beneficial for the gardener, as well! A healthier plant is a lovelier plant, with more blossoms, an attractive shape and lots of natural beauty.

There are two different places to start seeds for your garden: outside, directly into the soil and inside, in seed flats or containers. Both have their merits, although one may work better than another for different species, at different times.