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Why you should consider organic gardening
Tony Robinson
Organic gardening is one of the fastest growing facets of
gardening, and more and more people are discovering that it is
possible to enjoy a beautiful, thriving garden while still
keeping the use of chemicals and pesticides to a minimum.
One reason to avoid the use of chemicals and pesticides is that
long term use of such chemicals can deplete the soil and leave
it unable to sustain further growth. In many cases beds of
perennials suddenly stop blooming for no apparent reason, and
the culprit is often found to be the overuse of chemical
fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides.
Concern for the health of the gardener's family members, pets
and the environment as a whole is another reason many people
choose organic gardening methods. Runoff from many commercial
pesticides and chemical fertilizer can leach into ground water,
damage wells, and cause problems with fish ponds and other parts
of the landscape.
In addition, a well planted and well landscaped home interior
has been shown to improve the value of the home, and when that
garden is an organic one its value is further enhanced. A
beautiful organic garden can be a great way to provide a cost
effective enhancement to any landscape.
Pest control is one of the places where organic gardening can
actually be superior to chemical methods. Instead of using harsh
pesticides to get rid of garden pests, it is often better and
more effective to use beneficial insects to get rid of harmful
ones. Harmful insects are often unable to compete once more
beneficial insects have been brought in to the organic garden.
One of the most common pests encountered by gardeners, and one
of the biggest reasons they use chemical pesticides, is aphids.
These common garden pests can be organically controlled by
spraying the infested stems, leaves and buds with a diluted
mixture of soapy water, then an application of fresh, clear
water. This technique has been used by organic gardeners for
many years, and it is effective even against heavy infections of
aphids.
Selecting the right plants is also important to success as an
organic gardener. Choosing the right fertilizer is an important
consideration as well, since there are organic equivalents for
just about every type of chemical fertilizer. When choosing
plants and fertilizers, be sure to research the best plants and
organic fertilizers for your own area. If you have an organic
gardening club in your area, you may want to join in order to
swap tips about the best types of plants and fertilizers.
One great element of any organic garden landscape is a good
ground cover. Planting ground covering plants in areas where
grass has a hard time taking hold not only enhances the beauty
of your home, but it provides better soil drainage and water
retention as well. Many homeowners have discovered the power of
using native species as natural ground cover.
Flowering vines are another popular centerpiece of many organic
gardens. Flowering vines are great for enhancing the beauty of
fences, walls, sheds and other structures, since they can easily
be trained to grow along these structures.
These any many other plants and flowers can enhance any organic
garden and make it the showcase of the community. Growing an
organic garden is a great way to protect your home, your family
and even the environment.
About the author:
Tony Robinson is an international author and webmaster. In his
busy life he finds time to "Smell the Roses". For geat tips,
techniques and articles visit http://www.rose-bloom.com
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