{"id":19226,"date":"2016-11-28T13:44:55","date_gmt":"2016-11-28T11:44:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dev.radioislam.org.za\/wordpress\/2016\/11\/28\/gardening-tips\/"},"modified":"2020-02-17T12:58:02","modified_gmt":"2020-02-17T10:58:02","slug":"gardening-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/radioislam.org.za\/a\/gardening-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Gardening tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

Lawns<\/span><\/strong>
\nLawn can be an attractive part of the garden, whether it is a playing surface haven in ones garden<\/span><\/p>\n

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Herbs<\/span><\/strong>
\ngrow herbs in containers or include them among other bedding plants. When planting up new containers always use fresh herb potting soil.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Water wise gardening<\/strong> <\/span>
\nMulching is one of the easiest ways to prevent water loss<\/span><\/p>\n

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Roses<\/strong> <\/span>
\nApply a good layer of kraal manure and mulch. Prune in mid \u2013 July in the temperate areas, wait until early August in cold frost areas.<\/span><\/p>\n

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For Container Gardening<\/strong> <\/span>
\n\u2022 Use a container with drainage holes.<\/span>
\n\u2022 Add enough Culterra Potting Soil <\/span>
\n\u2022 Ensure the plant is at the correct level.<\/span>
\n\u2022 Water thoroughly<\/span>
\nPlan before planting have patience<\/span>
\nDo not be tempted to over plant. Your garden will mature more quickly than you expect<\/span><\/p>\n

Prune<\/span><\/strong>
\nCut back frost bitten plants only once the threat of ice weather has passed.<\/span><\/p>\n

Frost tips<\/span><\/strong>
\nFrost is good for the garden \u2013 it breaks up the soil and kills a multitude of pests. Learn to anticipate ba frost these are more likely in a clear still night. On freezing mornings in frost zones washed down seedlings with the hose before the sun reaches them.
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\nOrganic Compost<\/span><\/strong>
\nBeneficial organisms such as wood lice, earthworms and other bugs indicate that water is available and that you have a healthy soil. By adding organic matter into the soil you enhance its aeration and drainage making a home for many beneficial organiams.<\/span><\/p>\n

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