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100 Gardening Tips

by shedboy71 10th January 2018

1. Getting started with gardening.
Before you start with gardening, you need to make sure that you are going to have the time in taking care of your plants. Growing your plants requires tending loving care, and there are lots of things involved in it. Thus, check if you would be able to come up with an effective daily schedule first, before you start planting the seeds.

2. Acquiring the necessary materials.
When you start gardening, there are certain materials that you would need such as a rake, pots, shovel, and such. Thus, it is best if you gather all the materials first, so that you would be able to start with your gardening in a smoother way. If you need to purchase some of them, make sure that you visit reputable stores for it, so that you can be assured of their quality.

3. Making a plan.
Make a plan for your gardening. Your plan should include the kind of space that you would need for your plants. Aside from that, it should also involve the steps that you want to take, so that you would have something to refer to from time to time. Making a plan and following it should get you started on the right path when it comes to gardening.

4. Choosing the right plants.
When you are about to start with your gardening, do not forget to decide on the plants that you want to have in it. Whether you want vegetables, herbs, or flowers in your garden, it is best that you choose the ones that you really want, so that you would be motivated in caring for them. Gather more information about what various plants can offer to you, so that you can decide better.

5. Tell your friends.
It is best if you tell your friends about your plans in gardening. This way, they may be able to provide you helpful information such as where to purchase seedlings, where to buy gardening materials, and such. Aside from that, it can also entice them to have their own gardens at their backyards.

6. Focus on cleanliness.
Once you have already set up your garden and have started planting, it is best to focus on maintaining its cleanliness. If the surrounding is clean, you can ensure that your plants would be safe from lots of bugs and other pests. Aside from that, it would also help you work better when the environment is clean.

7. Do not forget to check the soil condition.
Learning about how to check for the condition of your soil can be done through research. However, if you do not have the luxury of time to do that, you can always find experts that can help you with it. By checking the condition of your soil, you would be able to take the necessary steps in order to ensure that your plants would grow as healthy as they can be.

8. Do organic gardening.
Lots of people today practice organic gardening for a lot of reasons. It is best that you follow them, especially if you are planting fruits and vegetables. This is because, if you are planning to sell some of your produce, then you would benefit from the fact that most people today would prefer vegetables and fruits that are organically grown. Aside from that, if it’s for your own consumption, then you won’t be putting yourself at risk to the side effects caused by chemicals.

9. Using mulch.
Mulch is a covering, which you can place over the soil in order to reduce erosion, retain more moisture, prevent the growth of weed, and provide more nutrients. Thus, it is a good practice to make use of it on your flower beds, vegetable patch, and such. Doing this would help you save more water, provide your plants with more nutrients, and keep pests away.

10. The importance of keeping your soil healthy.
You should always remember that the soil in your garden, is one of the vital sources of life of your plants. Thus, keeping it healthy would also help in keeping your plants as healthy as they can. On top of that, when you are able to maintain the soil effectively, it would also make your plants tougher in fighting off diseases, and it can keep pests away.

11. Getting rid of aphids.
If you notice aphids on the leaves of your plants, it is best to take care of it immediately. One way to do that is to spray the leaves with soapy water, which you have to rinse off after a while. This practice should take care of the aphids. Aside from that, it can also encourage lady bugs to hang out in your garden, which is good.

12. Avoid chemical fertilizers.
When you use fertilizers made out from synthetic chemicals, then you are not doing organic gardening. Thus, it is a good idea to avoid them as much as you can. To provide your plants with the nutrients that it need though, what you can do is to make your own compost, which is more effective, safe, and economical.

13. Make your garden more attractive.
When you make your garden more attractive, you would be adding more value to your property. Aside from that, it can also make you more motivated in working in it. To achieve that, you can do some landscaping for it. This you can do on your own, or seek the advice of a landscaping specialist.

14. Planting trees.
If you are planning to plant trees in your garden, you should think about it for some time first. This is because, trees can grow so tall, and take up so much space in your garden. Aside from that, since they are bigger than most plants, they can also absorb most of the nutrients from the soil, which are also needed by the other plants.

15. Choosing the plants to grow.
Properly choosing the plants that you want to grow in your garden is very important. Although you want to select those that you really want to see in your backyard, you should also consider the general climate of your place, such as the amount of rain fall per year, the temperature, and such. By doing that, you can ensure that you would be able to choose plants that would easily thrive at your place.

16. Do not forget your budget.
When you are in the process of making up a plan for your gardening, you should not forget to include your budget in it. You should not forget to consider how much you would be willing to spend for your plants, in accordance to your overall monthly budget. Aside from that, you should also consider that there may be times in the year, when your garden would require more from you. By doing this, you can properly determine the kind of size you want your garden to have.

17. Shopping for your gardening needs.
When you step out of your place to purchase the things you need for your gardening, do not forget to make a list for it. Shopping for your gardening needs is similar to visiting the grocery. Thus, coming up with a list would make your shopping experience more pleasant and effective. It also ensures that you stay within your budget, as well as purchase all the things you need.

18. Sharing is better.
If you check out the costs of the supplies that you need for your garden, you would realize that the bigger their packages are, the better the price. Thus, it is a good idea to buy them in bulk. If you think that you can’t use them all, then you can always have someone split it with you. By doing that, you and your friend would be able to enjoy the savings.

19. The benefits of trees.
Trees can offer you lots of benefits, especially during the summer. Trees can offer you the shade that you need during that time of the year. Aside from that, it can also act as protection for your plants. If you decide to plant trees though, make sure that you have ample space for them when they grow tall and big.

20. Purchasing expensive garden equipment.
There are certain equipment for your garden, which may come pricey, such as lawnmowers. However, in most cases, you may only need them once in a while. Thus, it is best if you split their costs with a friend or a neighbor. You can also take turns in storing them. By doing that, you won’t have to pay much for the tools, and you won’t get bothered in thinking that you are not using them much.

21. Check your tools every 6 months.
Checking your tools on a periodic basis, such as every quarter or every 6 months can help a lot. It is wise to constantly check those tools that you make use of on a regular basis, since they are most likely to get worn out first. By doing all these, you would ensure that your tools are always in good condition, and you can easily replace those worn out ones immediately.

22. Don’t hesitate planting herbs.
Planting herbs can offer you with a lot of benefits. Most herbs are actually easier to take care of, than other plants. Aside from that, most of them would also improve the image of your garden. More importantly, most herbs can be used as home treatments for different types of ailments, and they can also help in improving your cooking skills.

23. Don’t forget the flowers.
Whether you want to plant fruits and vegetables or herbs, it is also a good idea to plant some flowers. A few spots of attractive and well grown flowers in different parts of your garden, can go a long way, as far as beautifying your garden is concerned. Choose the right color combinations, to maximize their effects.

24. Making compost.
When you make compost, it is best to dig just below the surface, and not make it too deep. There are lots of things that you can use for it. In most cases though, it is best if you use dead plants for it, such as dead stems, dead lives, dead roots and such. Maintain your compost properly, so that your plants can really benefit from it.

25. Don’t worry about earthworms.
If you see a bunch of earthworms in your garden while you are working on it, then you should be happy. This is because the presence of earthworms confirms that the soil where your plants are situated is healthy. This is because earthworms keep the soil fertilized, which can make your plants happy.

26. Planting a tree properly.
In planting a tree, you should make sure that you are going to dig a hole that is deep enough for it. It is also best if you provide it with a tree guard, especially on the first few days after planting it. On top of that, it is also important not to make the edges of the hole you are planting it in too smooth or square, as this can make root penetration more challenging for it.

27. It is best to diversify.
There are some people who may only plant one type of vegetable or plant into their garden. Although this is not bad practice, it is actually better if you diversify and plant a good variety of vegetables or plants in your garden. This is because it brings you closer to what a natural setup would be, which would encourage beneficial insects to visit it.

28. Planting plants out of plastic containers.
If you are going to use seedlings or plants that have been grown out of plastic containers, you may have to rip the roots just a bit once you transfer them to the ground. This is because, at some point in time, they may have already attached their roots unto the walls of the containers. Thus, you need to remove them gently, so that you won’t get their roots damaged.

29. Getting rid of weeds.
The best time to get rid of weeds is prior to planting your fruits, vegetables, or flowers. Aside from that, it is important to remove their roots, so that they won’t grow back.
However, if they still manage to grow after you planted your fruits and vegetables, you can use vinegar in removing them. Using vinegar is effective, and it won’t harm the environment.

30. Ground covers.
There are different types of ground covers that you can use for your lawn or your garden. Aside from grass, some of which would include vines, shrubs, and herbs. Using alternative ground covers in your garden can make it more interesting, and prevent it from looking boring.

31. Don’t forget about free stuffs.
There are cities or communities that compost or offer free mulch from time to time. If your community does this, then you should take note of the dates, when they regularly offer such things for free. By doing that, you would be saving money, aside from keeping your plants happy.

32. Make good use of old items in your place.
When you take a look around your garden or your backyard, most likely, you would find old items, which you can use. For instance, if you have a good number of old plastic containers, you can actually make use of them to start your seedlings. Aside from that, you may also find other things inside your house, which you can use to decorate your garden. Use the old things in a new way, so that you can save more money.

33. Choose multi-purpose plants.
There are plants that can be utilized not just to beautify your garden, but also serve as foods. For example, there are lots of fruits and vegetables, which are attractive aside from the fact that they taste good. By choosing to plant such fruits and vegetables in your garden, you won’t just be beautifying your backyard, but also provide more healthy foods on your table.

34. The best plants for beginners.
If you consider yourself a beginner in gardening, it is a wise decision to choose plants that are naturally resistant to fungi and bugs. This is because they are easier to take care of, which saves you time, money, and effort. More importantly, since they won’t get easily affected with bugs and fungi, you won’t get discouraged in planting them, since they would grow faster and healthier with little effort.

35. Considering the plants’ yield.
If you are one of the many people who want to have their own fruits and vegetables to have more savings, then do not forget to consider your plants’ yield. Aside from your plants’ ability to produce, you should also consider how long it will provide you with fresh fruits or vegetables. By doing that, you would be able to save more money and enjoy your produce long.

36. Conserving water.
Aside from praying for more rain, one of the ways to conserve water with your gardening is to purchase a rain barrel or two. Having a rain barrel in your backyard can help you save more water, since you can easily let it get filled up with rain water. Aside from saving on water costs, your plants will love the fresh untreated water that you can provide to them.

37. Having a barrier for pests.
Rabbits and deer can feed on your flower buds as well as young foliage. Thus, it is important that you protect your plants from these animals by putting up a barrier for them. A circular wire collar, which comes with netting on its top can provide adequate protection against pests. Make sure that your fencing is tall enough though, so that such animals won’t simply jump over them and destroy your plants.

38. Protecting sweet corn from raccoons.
One of the favorite types of plants that raccoons attack are the sweet corns. Thus, if you have a corn patch, it is vital that you make use of protection such as a single wired electric garden fence, to keep raccoons away. Single wired electric fences do not give out too much shock for the raccoons to endure; however, it would get them frightened enough from returning back.

39. Doing insect control manually.
Since you don’t want to make use of insecticides, one of the best ways to control insects is to make use of your hands. This is considered by lots of gardeners as the
oldest method of insect control, but still very effective. If you don’t want to do it with your bare hands, you can always use a knife, or a certain object, which can help you push the insects into a container that has soapy water.

40. Always go green.
There are lots of benefits that you and your garden can take advantage of when you encourage natural and organic biodiversity. This will not just protect you and the environment, but it will also protect your plants. The reason behind that is, such kind of practice will attract insects and microbes, which will all help in protecting your plants from getting afflicted with diseases and pests.

41. Having too much sun or rain.
When your garden has too much sun or rain, it can either have soil erosion, or your plants may not grow as healthy as you want them to be due to lack of moisture. To prevent this, you should make use of mulch. Mulch will keep the soil in your garden intact. Aside from that, it can also prevent the sun to damage the roots of your plants.

42. Properly applying mulch.
Applying mulch provides a lot of beneficial effects to your plants. However, you need to apply it properly by not piling it up against a plant or a tree. You need to spread it evenly, so that you can let all the plants benefit from it. Aside from that, it is also important to water the plants just after applying the mulch as well as prior to it.

43. Landscaping your garden.
If you don’t want to make it too difficult for you to landscape your garden, then choose locally grown plants for it. By doing that, you can ensure that maintaining your landscape would not be difficult. This is because the plants won’t require too much attention when it comes to taking care of them.

44. Having an orderly garden.
To make your garden look for attractive, then you should plan its lay out well. To do that, it is best if you come up with a sketch that represents your garden. When you do that, you would be able to properly determine what goes where, which can make your garden not just attractive, but easy to work with as well.

45. Having a garden when kids are around.
If you have kids in your house, who may go to your garden from time to time, then you should avoid certain types of plants, especially those that are poisonous. Always remember that there are certain plants that have poisonous leaves such as sweet peas and elephant ears. Thus, it is best that you do your research about them, so that you can prevent having them in your garden.

46. Having plants in a dry area.
There are certain types of plants that can resist drought. Thus, it is important that you learn which types of plants they are, so that you can choose them for your garden. By doing that, you won’t have to deal with a lot of problems when it gets too dry in the place where you are living in.

47. Providing water for a large enough garden.
If you have a garden that is quite large, it can become quite a challenge to water them, especially if you are just using a simple sprinkler or hose. Thus, it is important that you install a good irrigation system. When you do that, your gardening work would not just become lighter, but it can also ensure that water would reach the base of your plants, and not just the leaves.

48. How to make compost properly.
When you are making compost, it is important that you are careful when you are digging it, so that you won’t be damaging roots. Aside from that, you should also take note of the things that you can include in it such as dead plant materials like grass cuttings, vegetable leftovers and such. Make sure that you won’t include meat or bones in it though, since it is not a good idea to do so.

49. The order of preference when it comes to dealing with pests.
If there are pests that threaten the safety of your plants, it is best to deal with them in a certain order. For example, you should start with doing it by yourself, such as removing them manually. If that does not work, you can also install barriers or guards. If you decide to make use of biological agents though, choose those that are as natural as possible.

50. Transferring a tree.
Whether you have just planted a tree or transferred it to a new location, you should take good care of it for a few weeks. Keep in mind that transferring a tree can be quite a shock for the plant. Thus, you should provide it with lots of water for a week or two, to help it recover.

51. Using autumn colors for your garden.
Autumn colors are some of the colors that you want to make use of in front of your garden. When you do that, your garden would attract more attention to people that would pass it by. This is because autumn colors are not just attractive, but are very pleasant to the eyes. In addition, they can also make your garden look bigger than it is.

52. Making your plants grow faster.
If you want to have your plants grow faster, it is important that you water them on a regular basis. Aside from that, you may also want to let them listen to good music from time to time. Pleasant sounds can actually make your plants grow faster, especially the seedlings.

53. Getting rid of noise.
Relaxing in your garden can be made possible, even if there are lots of noise coming from traffic. To make sure that traffic noise won’t bother you, you can install wind chimes for it, to encourage more natural sounds in your place. Aside from that, you can also attract more birds by having bird feeders around.

54. Seeing insects in your garden.
Always try to remember that not all insects are harmful to your plants. Thus, when you see insects in your garden, you should investigate first, whether such insects are good or bad to your plants. Do your research on it, so that you would be able to know which insects to kill and which ones to set free.

55. Preventing dryness from the hot sun.
Properly timing your planting activities can go a long way, as far as having healthy plants is concerned. Thus, it is best to plant during nighttime, so that your plants won’t have to endure the heat coming from the sun. Aside from that, you can also plant during the daytime, especially if it is cloudy.

56. Consider the season.
Whether you are planning to plant fruits or vegetables, it is vital that you consider the season for them. Keep in mind that not every plant can flourish the whole year. Thus, it is wise to do some research about which plants go with what season, so that you can plant according to it.

57. Invite beneficial insects into your garden.
When you have beneficial insects in your garden, then you won’t have to worry about a lot of pests and diseases, since such insects can help your plants in fighting them off. Some examples of insects you want to see in your garden include preying Manti, wasps, and butterflies. Organic gardening should help when it comes to attracting more of them.

58. Having more vegetable protecting insects in your garden.
One of the best things that you can do to protect your vegetables is having insects to do the job. Lots of insects can actually provide the protection your plant needs against pests. To get them to visit and stay in your garden though, you should plant more lavender, carrots, mustard, thyme, spearmint, and clover.

59. Getting rid of fungus and mildew.
When it comes to getting rid of fungus and mildew, it is wise to approach it in an organic way. To achieve that, you can come up with your own organic spray by mixing 3 tablespoons of baking soda, 1 tablespoon of household bleach, and 1.5 teaspoons of dishwashing liquid, into 4 liters of water. Spray the mixture sparingly, since too much of it can damage the leaves.

60. Choosing the best tools for your gardening.
When you are in the process of choosing tools for your garden, it is best to purchase those that are ergonomically made. Ergonomic garden tools and equipment can prevent certain injuries, since it can make your job easier. Thus, it is best that you purchase them instead of the regular kinds.

61. Things to do before working in your garden.
In any sporting event, it is best if you prepare your body for the tasks that it would be facing ahead. This is actually applicable even to gardening. Thus, you should do some warming up exercises as well as stretching, a few minutes before you start working on your garden.

62. How to get rid of cutworms.
Cutworms can destroy your plant, which is why it is vital that you get rid of them as soon as possible. To do that, you can come up with your own spray for it by mixing a good handful of pawpaw leaves, 5 cloves of garlic, and a cup of water to be blended in a blender. Store it for 2 days, and use a single cup for it mixed with 1 liter of water as a spray.

63. What to do with the grass clippings.
When one mows the surroundings of his garden, it may be a practice for him to pick up the grass clippings, and throw them into the garbage bin. However, since you have plants in your garden, you can actually let the clippings stay where they are, since they can provide more nutrients for the soil. This will lessen your job, as well as lessen your need for more fertilizers.

64. There is no need to purchase seeds on a yearly basis.
Purchasing seeds is actually required when you are about to start with your gardening. However, there is no need to do that again for the following year. This is because your produce from the first year, can already provide you with the seeds that you need. Just learn how to properly harvest and save seeds, so that you can still use them for your purpose.

65. Come up with a good harvest plan.
One of the objectives that you can attain when you harvest the product of your garden is to save up on your grocery bills. However, you have to make sure that you are properly storing all the fruits and vegetables that your garden produces, so that they won’t go to waste. If you can’t store and preserve their freshness, then you may want to sell some of them after harvesting. Aside from that, you can also donate them so that you can help a lot of people with it.

66. Keep an eye out for sale and coupons.
Although you don’t want to purchase cheaper tools and seeds, since it may lead to sacrificing quality, there are also other things that you can do to save some money. One of which is to become more aware of the sales and discount coupons. By doing that, you would still be able to prioritize quality, but able to save on costs.

67. Buy seeds online.
If you don’t have much time to scour for the seeds that you need, and your garden is already prepared for planting, then you should buy your seeds online. Online shopping for seeds can now be done with lots of online stores that offer them. With online shopping, you can save on time and money, aside from the fact that it is very convenient to do.

68. Growing high value plants.
When you want to save money or if you want to earn more, growing high value crops in your garden could be an idea that you can really consider. However, you should also consider whether such plants are well suited on the climate of your place. Aside from that, you should also learn more about how to properly take care of them.

69. Spreading the leaves from trees.
There are certain trees that have leaves, which are very beneficial to the plants. Such trees would include birch, beech, honey locust, and silver maple. Thus, if you have them in your backyard, spread them around your garden. The dead leaves would actually become mineral nutrients, and the earthworms would convert them into fertilizers.

70. Grow things that you can drink.
Aside from planting fruits that you can eat, it is also best if you have plants that you can drink. Keep in mind that fruits like strawberries and grapes, can also be made into tasty bottles of wine. Thus, if you are able to grow them yourself, you would not just be enjoying more drinks, but also enjoy the savings.

71. Planting perennials.
Having perennials in your garden can offer you with lots of benefits. They can provide you with their produce year after year, and they can save planting time. On top of that, maintaining them is limited only to the regular mulching, weeding, and fertilizing. Check out what perennials grow well in your location, and include them in your list of plants that you want to have in your garden.

72. Planting herbs.
Herbs like basil, mint, parsley, and dill, are pricey; however, they are actually easy to grow in your garden. Thus, you should include them, since they can offer you a good way to cut down your cost for the essential kitchen herbs. Aside from that, you can also sell them if you want to, especially if you got lots of them to spare.

73. Growing too much.
When it comes to the volume of plants that you want to grow in your garden, it is very important to consider the amount of space that you have. If you have too much plants, then they may not grow as healthy as you have expected them to be. This is because they would start to compete for the nutrients from the soil. Thus, have only the amount of plants that would be accommodated by your garden effectively.

74. Keep it fun and interesting.
If you have extra space in your garden, try something new in it each year. One of the best ways to keep gardening fun and interesting is discovering new things. When you grow a different plant each year on a certain part of your garden, you would be anticipating how it would look like, and its rate of growth, which can make you more excited in working for it.

75. Protect your equipment properly.
Always remember that your gardening tools and equipment can cost lots of money. Thus, you should protect them properly, by cleaning them each time you are done using them. Aside from that, you should also find a good place to store them, so that they would remain in good quality for a long period of time.

76. Monitoring your garden
Monitoring your garden can be done easily if it is relatively small. However, if it is quite big, then it may become a bit challenging. What you can do about it though is to divide your garden into a certain number of parts or sections. With that, you can schedule to walk through each section at least once a week, to check for possible diseases or insects.

78. Planting large trees.
If you want to plant large trees in your garden, you have to make sure that you have enough space for them when they grow. Keep in mind that as trees grow old, their roots would also grow beneath the surface. Thus, you don’t want to plant it near your house, or any kind of structure, since it may cause some problems later on.

79. Your garden is your own territory.
Once you have established your garden, you should consider it as your own private territory. In other words, each person that would set foot unto it would have to ask for your permission first. Aside from that, since it is your creation, which came from your own imagination of what a garden should be, then you should be proud of it and prevent people to criticize it.

80. What your garden should have.
Aside from having plants in your garden, it should also have ample light from the sun. This is because most plants will need the sunlight in order to grow and bare fruits. Aside from sunlight, it should also have enough shade to keep the soil from drying out. More importantly you should also apply your skills unto it, so that you can grow your plants as healthy as possible.

81. Don’t hesitate to change.
Gardeners all around the world are into constant change. In other words, they continue to evolve into something better each day. Thus, if you feel the need to change something, such as your garden’s setup, the plants that you have, and such, then you should not be afraid to do it. Just make sure that the modifications you would apply are practical and sensible, so that you would continue to improve in it.

82. Be careful at all times.
Whether you are watering your plants, or cleaning the surroundings of your garden, care should always be practiced. This is because you would not know whether a broken piece of bottle is around, or even a snake. Always be on alert, to avoid any kind of accidents or injuries to happen.

83. Choosing plants that climb.
Climbers are some of the most useful plants that you can have in your garden. This is because they usually would not take a lot of your space. Aside from that, they can also spice up your fence or make a wall look more interesting. In addition, they are also very easy to take care of.

84. The best time to water your plants.
When it comes to watering your plants, it is a good idea to do it early in the morning. Doing it this way would help your plants maximize the benefits they can derive from water, since it would reduce water loss due to evaporation. Aside from that, it also prevents certain diseases since it allows foliage to dry off quickly.

85. Harvest in the morning.
When it is time to harvest fruits and vegetables from your garden, it is a good decision to do it in the morning. Doing it at this part of the day would ensure that you are harvesting them at their peak, since it is the time when plants are provided with more moisture and nutrients from the environment. Preserve your harvested fruits and vegetables by placing them inside the refrigerator a few minutes later.

86. Providing the best nutrition for your plants.
One of the best ways to ensure that your plants are provided with the best nutrition is to care for the soil more. To achieve that, feed the soil by covering it with dead leaves that are small or large. You can also place more leaves on vegetable beds as well as under the skirts of shrubs. By doing this, you are feeding the soil, so that it would feed your plants.

87. Expand your awareness to care for your plants better.
It is best if you could allot a time each week, which you would spend in your garden, and sit back on your favorite chair. While you are seated, try to observe and understand the harmony and complexity of different plants, insects, water, wildlife, and soil. With this greater awareness of nature, you would know better about what to do and what not to do, in your garden.

88. Know the size of your plants.
Prior to planting the seeds, you should make sure that you are aware of how big your plants would become in time. This is to ensure that you would be providing them with enough space as they grow old. Aside from that, this would also prevent you from having to remove it, when it already takes too much space in your garden.

89. Utilizing free fertilizers.
There are lots of sources of free fertilizers around you. Some of which would be grass clippings and human urine. When you make use of these free fertilizers, you are making sure that your plants are provided with the nourishment that they need. Aside from that, it also ensures that they grow without being contaminated with chemicals.

90. Weeding your garden.
In general, there are lots of kinds of garden crops, which would require weeding for at least three times. When it comes to weeding though, it is best done early. You should weed 5 to 7 days after sowing or transplanting. You should do it again 7 to 10 days later, and the third time would be after 3 to 4 weeks.

91. Get your kids involved with gardening.
If you love gardening so much, then it is more likely that some or all your kids would also love it. Thus, it is best to get them involved with it early on. By doing that, they would be able to pick up valuable lessons in gardening from you, which they would always remember when they grow old. With them on your side, you will have enthusiastic little helpers, who can ensure that your garden is always attended to properly.

92. Using the right tools.
In most cases, you can actually create a garden with only a shovel on your hand. However, if you want to be able to come up with a garden that is clean, organized, and productive, then having the right tools on hand would help you a lot in achieving it. Keep in mind that there are lots of different tools available today, and they are available in different designs. In fact, some are designed for men, while others are for women.

93. How to nurture young gardeners.
If you want to develop your kids’ interest in gardening, then you should carefully choose the activities that you get them involved with. For example, if you are dealing with very young children, then you should show them things that would grab their attention such as roots, earthworms, bugs, sprouted seeds, and such. Aside from that, you should also increase their awareness by letting them see how water disappears into the ground when you water the plants.

94. Continue to learn more.
Many experts in gardening do not admit that they know everything about it. In fact, if you are going to ask them, most would say that they continue to learn something new every day. Thus, you should not stop learning more about gardening. Continue to do your research such as visiting websites, asking experts about certain things, and reading books, so that you would learn new things and get to apply them.

95. Make gardening a more fun activity for kids.
When you are trying to teach your kids some lessons regarding gardening such as weeding, then you should not make it a boring activity. Make it as fun as it can be by making it a game. Aside from that, you should also make it short and simple, and don’t insist on making them complete certain tasks when it is already too hot outside.

96. Teach your kids about insects in the garden.
Whenever your kids are with you in the garden, make them more aware about how insects can help the plants. You should teach them which insects play important roles in the garden, and which do not. By doing that, you can ensure that your kids won’t kill beneficial insects when they see some of them, and would even help you remove those that can destroy your plants.

97. Search for free pickings.
There are gardeners today, who would offer free pickings for their excess produce. You can find them by asking your friends, or even through the internet. Once you find them, visit their place and see what they can offer to you. Aside from that, don’t forget to ask the farmers some questions, since you may be able to acquire helpful information from them.

98. Getting kids to get more interested with plants.
If you want your kids to develop more interest in plants, then try to get them involved with miniature vegetables. Since they are little, they also would be interested in little plants like grape or cherry tomatoes. Let them pick the miniature vegetables that they want, and guide them in taking care of it.

99. Trading your produce.
Whenever you have excess produce on certain types of vegetables, you can actually benefit more from them by trading them. You can trade them for vegetables that you don’t have, or even fruits. Try to have an eye for neighbors and nearby farmers who are willing to trade, so that you can do it anytime you need to.

100. Plant certain vegetables at the right garden spots.
In your garden, there may be places or spots that would have abundance of sunlight, while other spots would have more shade. With that, it is best to plant vegetables that need more sunlight in non-shaded parts such as tomatoes, and the same goes for the vegetables that need more shade. By doing that, you are ensuring that your plants would have the amount of sunlight that they really need to attain peak flavor as well as nutrition.

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8 Womens Beauty Tips Videos

by shedboy71 9th January 2018

A variety of beauty tips for women in this collection

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101 Money Saving Tips

by shedboy71 24th December 2017

1. Use solar powered light fixtures.
There are lots of light fixtures today that can be powered by the sunlight. In using them, you would be able to save lots of money, since your electricity bills would go down. All you have to do is to shop for these items at your local store, or even through the web. Some of these items are even very easy to install and are available in DIY kits.

2. Walk towards the grocery store.
The price of gasoline these days continue to go up, which is why it is a good idea to come up with ways to lessen your vehicle usage. One of which would be to walk towards the grocery store, especially if it is just a few blocks away from your place. Make it fun by walking with your spouse, so that aside from saving money, you both can also shed some weight.

3. Open your windows instead of turning on the fan.
When it is hot, you may want to turn on the fan or even your air conditioning system, in order to improve the temperature at your place. To save money, instead of using them, you can always open up your windows. By doing that, you can benefit from fresh air, aside from saving money. To make it cooler, you can always put some ice in front of the fan if you want to.

4. Turn off your computer when not in use.
There are lots of people today who turn on their computers at the beginning of the day, and only turn it off before sleeping at nights. If you are one of them, then you should turn it off, prior to stepping outside your place. By doing that, you can ensure that you would be consuming lesser amounts of energy. Aside from that, it can also prolong the life of your computer.

5. Clean your own car.
The cost of having your car washed through a car washing station on a weekly basis, can easily pile up over the months. Thus, if you are going to wash your own car, then you would be able to save lots of money. Aside from that, it can also provide you the exercise that you need, in order to stay as fit as you can be.

6. Turn off the television.
Becoming addicted to the television is one of the things that can cause your electricity bills to soar higher. Thus, you need to turn it off, when you are not watching. Aside from that, you should also minimize the times that you try to watch TV, when you are actually doing another thing.

7. Turn off the lights at your place when you leave.
You may feel more secure in leaving your place while the lights are turned on. However, it can be one of the factors that affect your energy bills. Thus, you should turn the lights off when you
leave. If you want, you can still leave just a single light on, so that you would feel secure when you go out.

8. Ride the bus instead of using your car.
If you are going somewhere, which is not possible to reach by merely walking, then you should ride the bus, instead of using the car. Riding a bus or a train can only cost you a few dollars, compared to filling up your car with lots of gasoline. Just prepare earlier, and take note of the schedule of the bus, so that you won’t be late.

9. Be healthy.
The cost of medicines today continue to go up, especially when it comes to antibiotics. To ensure that you won’t have to reach for your pocket to buy them, you need to maintain your health. To achieve that, you should get enough exercise on a regular basis. Aside from that, you should also take a multivitamin supplement in conjunction with a healthy diet.

10. Don’t turn on the water faucet at its maximum level.
When you take a bath, there is no need to turn on the water at its maximum level, especially if you are not in a rush. Turning it at higher levels can make your water bills soar high. Thus, if you take control of it, then you should be able to save some money by conserving water more effectively.

11. Try to enjoy leftovers.
When you eat at restaurants, cook up some delicious meals for a family gathering or prepare for a birthday party, you can be sure that you would have a bunch of leftovers inside your refrigerator after. Heating them up for your meals instead of throwing them away could save you a lot of money.

12. Cook your own meals.
Cooking your own meals could help you save lots of money. This is because buying the ingredients for a certain recipe is definitively more affordable, than eating out in restaurants or fast food chains. Just make sure to cook healthy meals, so that you can also ensure that you are getting the nutrients you need.

13. Buy basic things in wholesale prices.
There are lots of basic things that a person needs, and buying it in retail prices can pile up the cost. Thus, it is best if you buy them in bulk, since that would give you a chance to purchase them in wholesale prices. In doing this, you would be able to save lots of money, aside from the fact that you can have good supply of your needs.

14. Shop online.
Shopping online can give you an opportunity to save some amounts of cash. If you do your research, you would find out that most items found through the internet are more affordable than those that are sold in local stores. The reason behind this is that, online stores have lesser overhead expenses. Thus, shopping the modern way should help you save up some cash.

15. Buy used items.
Buying used items compared to buying those that are brand new is definitely more affordable. Thus, if you want to save money, then you should begin shopping around for used products. To find them, you can always go through the internet, visit garage sales, or check out some local auctions.

16. Buy an alternative.
When you do your research, you would find out that lots of products that you need have available substitutes. Thus, you should consider purchasing the substitutes of the items that you need, which are more affordable, but can offer you the same thing. For example, instead of buying a high end branded item, you can check out its equally competitive alternative, which can offer the same features at a lower price.

17. Look for coupons.
There are lots of coupons available today, which you can access through the internet. These coupons can offer you discounts on certain fast food chains, restaurants, as well as in local stores. All you have to do is to sign up for the websites that offer them, and follow the simple instructions provided.

18. Take advantage of sale, especially after the holidays.
Taking advantage of sale, especially those that are offered after the holidays can help you save lots of cash. For example, in most cases, decorations would become very affordable after the Christmas season. Thus, if you want to save money, you can always purchase them for the following year.

19. Credit card promotions.
Credit card promotions are offered every now and then, in which it can provide you a way to save some money through gift cards, gift checks, or discounts on certain stores and restaurants. Some can even offer a cash back option, for a certain amount of credits used, or when you purchase from certain stores.

20. Fix things up yourself.
Before tossing out an item, you should see if you can repair it yourself first. By doing that, you would be able to save money by not having to purchase a new one. To fix something up, you can always ask your friends for tips regarding it. Aside from that, you can also check out some troubleshooting tips through the internet.

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101 Make Up Tips

by shedboy71 24th December 2017

1. Choose your makeup well.
When you buy your makeup kit, make sure to choose something that is known for its quality. This way, you can be assured that you would be able to achieve the kind of effect that you are looking for. Aside from that, you can also ensure that you won’t experience any kind of side effects on your skin with its use.

2. Consider your skin.
In applying makeup, you need to make certain considerations to be on the safe side. For one, if your skin is allergic to certain types of makeup, then you should carefully select the makeup products you would apply on it. Aside from that, you should also consider your skin tone so that you can enhance your beauty with your makeup.

3. Consider your eyes.
When you apply makeup, you should also consider your eyes. Keep in mind that there are certain makeup techniques used for women with deep set eyes as well as for those with regularly set eyes. By considering your eyes, you would be able to come up with a technique that can enhance it more.

4. Taking care of your makeup.
There are certain makeup items, which should not be exposed to open air for a long period of time, since it can become brittle or are reduced in terms of quality. Therefore, you should make sure to close your makeup kit once you are done with it. Aside from that, you should store it in a place that is not too cold nor too hot.

5. Keeping your makeup brushes.
In most cases, when you are in a rush, you might end up living the brush you made use for your makeup by the mirror, or somewhere else. When you do this, you could experience having to look for it for hours the next time you want to use it. Thus, you should put it at the same place where you are usually keeping it, so that you can easily get it anytime you want.

6. Saving money with makeup.
If you want to make use of different shades of lipstick, manicures, pedicures, mascaras, and such, there is no need for you to buy them all. What you can do about it is to simply check out the makeup items of your friend. If you find something that you want to try, offer to swap it with yours or borrow it. You can also let her borrow some of yours to return the favor.

7. Don’t let your kids play with your makeup.
When you find that your daughters are playing with your makeup, you may find it amusing. However, you should not let them play with it, since you might end up with no makeup to use at
all. Thus, you should keep your makeup items where your kids would not be able to reach it. Only let them use it, if you are around to monitor them.

8. Learning to apply makeup through the internet.
If you have just begun applying makeup, there are actually lots of things you can do for it. One of which is to search for the information that you need through the internet. All you have to do is to use your favorite search engine for it. Through the web, you can check out eBooks about the right way of applying makeup. Aside from that, videos are also available for you to access for free.

9. Hiring a makeup artist for your wedding.
If you are in the process of hiring a makeup artist for your wedding, you need to see if she is really competent enough. One of the ways to do that is to check out her ideas about the makeup techniques she would use for you. It is very important that she comes up with a style that is fitted for your wedding theme, so that it would blend well with the whole get up.

10. Finding the best makeup artists.
To find the best makeup artists, one of the best ways to do it is through recommendations. You can actually call your friends, relatives, and even your colleagues to ask them about it. Once you have gathered enough names and contact details, try calling some of them, and choose the one that you are most comfortable working with.

11. Have fun.
To become more effective in applying makeup on your face, you should see it as a fun activity. Don’t put yourself down just because you are not able to perfect it on your first few attempts. Practice more, and be excited on the outcome, so that you will eventually improve your makeup skills.

12. Apply makeup on your kids.
To practice more in applying makeup, you should get your daughters involved in it. Try applying makeup on them, on certain occasions, so that you can also see your own progress. By doing that, you would be able to practice more, since you would be applying on someone else’s face and not just yours.

13. Observe makeup artists practice their skills.
Whenever you visit the parlor, you should try to observe how various makeup artists apply their skills on their customers, in order to enhance their features. By doing this, you would be able to learn more about which shades go with what skin tones. Do this more frequently, and apply what you learn to yourself.

14. Establish your goals well.
In applying makeup, it is not just something that you have to do, simply because everyone is doing it. You need to have certain goals in mind, when you apply makeup. For instance, you should try to decide if you are applying makeup to enhance your eyes, nose, lips, or all of them. With certain goals on your mind, you can properly apply the right techniques in order to achieve them.

15. Visit your friends.
Whenever you don’t have anything to do on weekends, you should visit your friends, and practice applying makeup. Aside from providing you a chance to enhance your skills in it, you and your friends can also exchange ideas and tips about applying make up. Try it out this weekend, so that you can have some fun.

16. Use your imagination.
If you are trying to design on the kind of style that you want to have in applying makeup, you should use your imagination for it. It is a good idea to not just stick on the basic techniques that you have learned through books and magazines. Try to explore new possibilities, since it may help you come up with newer techniques.

17. Read magazines.
To learn more about various makeup techniques, you can always read more magazines for it. This does not mean that you should limit yourself to reading the articles about applying makeup. You should also check out pictures of celebrities and see how their makeup experts enhanced their beautiful faces. By doing that, you can learn more about the various techniques that you can use on yourself.

18. Ask questions.
When you are in need of more information about applying makeup, you should ask more and more questions about it. There is no need to ask only one or two persons regarding this. You can ask your friends and relatives about it. Aside from that, whenever you visit a beauty salon and you are seated next to a makeup artist while waiting for your turn, then ask her questions, so that you can satisfy your hunger for information.

19. Check out blogs.
Gone are the days when you need to step out of your place to acquire important information about applying makeup. You can simply do it by accessing the internet, and checking out blogs about it. Lots of blogs are launched with topics related to makeup. Aside from offering informative articles, you can also post your questions on these blogs, which may be answered by the person behind it, or by other people who are visiting the site.

20. Start with light makeup.
To be on the safer side, it is best that for your first few tries of applying makeup on yourself, you should do it lightly. With that, you won’t have redo everything, when it comes out not the way
you want it to be. Aside from that, it would also be easy to correct, since you won’t be dealing with heavy makeup.

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100 Exercise Tips

by shedboy71 24th December 2017

1. Determine your purpose of working out.
When it comes to the level of intensity that you want to go through in working out, you need to determine your purpose for it first. You have to decide if you want to simply get fitter or you want to build more muscles in exercising. On top of that, different forms of exercise may also be involved if you want to excel in a certain sport. By determining your purpose, you can easily decide on what kind of routines you want to do.

2. Losing weight.
If you want to lose weight, one of the best things that you can do is to exercise. However, in order for it to be effective, you have to properly determine your goals for it. On top of that, you should also set a timeframe in achieving them. For example, you can set your goal as losing 5 to 10 pounds in a period of 1 week.

3. Think of an event that you want to get ready for.
Getting excited for a certain occasion can help you a lot when it comes to your motivation for exercising. With that, it is best if you can think of an event in the future that you want to prepare yourself for. One example is a high school reunion, in which you want to impress your previous schoolmates, that you are able to remain fit.

4. When you exercise, you can become more energetic.
If you are constantly feeling sleepy at work, then you should get some exercise soon. Exercising can actually make you more energetic. Thus, thinking about how much energy you can gain from it, should make you more motivated in hitting the gym and start working out.

5. Building your abdominal muscles.
Lots of people think that the best way to build their abdominal muscles fast is to work them out each day. However, this is actually untrue, since you should also let them get enough rest. If you want to achieve better abs in lesser time, then you should just work them out for about 2 to 3 times in a week.

6. The relation between limbering and your age.
As you age, especially reaching the age of 40, your muscles would become less pliable. In other words, you have to limber or stretch them longer. When you are under the age of 40, you can stretch your muscles and hold them for just 30 seconds. At the age of 40 and above though, it is best to hold your stretches at 60 seconds.

7. Preventing neck strain.
Whenever you work out your abs, you have to make sure that you are putting the pressure on the abdominal muscles. This would ensure that your neck would be protected properly. On top of that, you can also place your tongue on your mouth’s roof whenever you do your crunch exercises, since it can align your head the right way and prevent neck strain.

8. Think about rewarding yourself after every workout session.
If you want to motivate yourself more in exercising, then you should think about a reward to give to yourself for completing each workout session. It can be watching a movie, eating your favorite meal, or simply going out for a relaxing day at the mall. By doing this, you would become more excited each time you are headed for the gym.

9. Build more muscles to lose weight.
If you want to lose weight fast, then you should go through exercise routines that can build more muscles. This is because, muscles require lots of calories to maintain. Thus, the more muscles you have, the more calories and fats you would be burning, which would result to faster weight loss.

10. Don’t spend too much time in building muscles.
When it comes to going through exercise routines to build muscles, you should not go beyond the one hour mark for it. This is because, your body can produce the stress hormone called cortisol when you do that. This hormone can block testosterone and prevent your muscles to get developed.

11. How to stay committed in exercising.
There may be times when you don’t want to go through the exercise routines, just because you don’t feel like it. However, if you skip one or two sessions just because of that, it can become a habit, which is not good. Whenever you feel like not going through the workout session, remind yourself of your goals, as well as the benefits you can enjoy from exercising, so that you can proceed.

12. Go through weight workouts in order.
The best way to workout your muscles is to start with dumbbells, followed by barbells, and then the machines. It is best to start with the smaller muscles, since they no longer would be required to work once you go with the heavier weights. Follow this, so that your muscles would be given proper workout.

13. Do not forget your core.
It is important that you strengthen your core if you want to perform different forms of exercise effectively. With that, you should not be afraid in doing situps. This is because, this exercise routine can make your abdominal muscles work longer and harder, aside from increasing your range of motion. Make sure that you do it properly though, so that you won’t hurt your back.

14. Gaining more benefits from cardiovascular exercises.
If you simply want to improve your health, then you should just go through moderately intense cardiovascular exercise routines for 30 minutes each day. You can do this for 5 days a week if you want results faster. If you want to do it just 3 days though, then you should go through vigorous routines for 20 minutes only.

15. Cardio exercises can help you lose weight.
When it comes to losing weight, you can also go through cardiovascular exercise routines for it. To hit your goals, you need to go through intensive cardio exercises for 60 to 90 minutes each time. Do it several days in a week, so that your body would be able to burn more fats and calories.

16. How to determine if you are working out at a moderate level of intensity.
When you ask advise from experts, you may have heard them tell you about exercising in a moderate level of intensity. However, you should also know what they mean by it. A simple way to determine this is that, if you are still able to talk while you are working out, then you are doing it right.

17. Strength training and weight loss.
Strength training can definitely help in making you lose weight. This is because, you would be building more muscles. Aside from that, while your muscles are trying to recover and get developed, your body actually continues to burn more calories and fats for it. To make sure that you lose weight though, you should also take note of your calorie intake.

18. Don’t forget to target the major muscle groups.
In strength training, you may be given choices as to what routines you want to go through with. Keep in mind that certain routines target certain muscle groups. When you choose about 8 to 10 exercise routines for strength training, you should make sure that they target the major muscle groups, so that you can have a more balanced workout session.

19. There is no need to target all your muscle groups in one session.
If you are the one to come up with your own workout program, you have to take note that there is no need for you to target all the muscle groups each day. If you workout every day, then see to it that certain muscle groups are given ample time to rest before targeting them again. By doing this, you are giving time for your muscles to recuperate and get developed.

20. Choosing the bench properly.
When you work out, there are certain routines that would require you to make use of a bench. Keep in mind that benches are not made equal. To test it out, press your thumb against it. If your thumb can feel the wood, then you have to find another one. This is because, it tells you that the bench is too hard for lifting, which can weaken your arm.