November is the best month to start autumn gardening. This month is a great month to plant berries or trim hedges. You can also plant lupins and foxgloves. Whether you're growing a garden in containers or creating a raised bed, aerating the soil and watering the lawn are all important tasks to tackle in November.
For autumn gardening, it is best to dig up begonia, dahlia and canna tubers right after the first freeze. Digging up perennials and dividing them will also improve their health and appearance. Before planting bulbs, make sure you inspect for signs of decay. You may need to add grit to improve drainage if you have very heavy soil.
Despite the cool weather in November, temperatures can still drop into single digits. Even though the temperatures are lower, it's still possible to grow plants in containers so long as you wrap them in bubble wrap or hessian. Alternately, you could build a cold frame to house your greenhouse. You can also build a coldframe if you are unsure. A few tips for November gardening can make your gardening so much easier.
November is a warm month in California, with chilly nights and warm sunny days. San Francisco's average high temperatures are 63 F and 50 F respectively, with nine days worth of rain. In Southern California, November brings mild weather with average high temperatures of 52 F and lows of 43 F. While the temperature in most cities remains mild, there's still time to prune and aerate your lawn. If your asparagus plants are ready and have not been damaged by frost, you can plant new asparagus in November.
Kale is an excellent choice if your goal is to plant a late crop. The late-season plants will produce early spring greens, even though you must mulch the soil. If you're not afraid to take a risk and plant kale early in the season, it can be sown later. To keep the kale from getting frostbitten, you'll need mulch made of an insulating material.
Planting evergreens and conifers is another great option for autumn gardening. For plants to grow well in winter, they require moisture. It is essential to keep the soil warm and moist before you plant new plants. You can buy bundles of bare-root hedge plants from garden centres. Before you plant, make sure to prepare the area for hedges. You will be happy you did. These are some tips for protecting your plants from insects this season.
Maintain your raspberry plants during November. You can trim the spent canes down to ground level. The spent canes have done their job and will not be around for much longer. The canes should be removed from damaged and weak areas and trimmed to five to six rows per foot. If you aren't satisfied with the results, keep the strongest canes. Thinning decreases competition and yields larger berries in spring.
FAQ
Do I need special equipment to grow vegetables in my garden?
Non, really. A shovel, trowel and watering container are all you need.
How often should I water my indoor plant?
Watering indoor plants should be done every two days. Watering helps maintain humidity levels inside the house. Humidity can be vital for plants that are healthy.
Does my backyard have enough room for a vegetable garden?
If you don't already have a vegetable garden, you might wonder whether you'll have enough room for one. The answer is yes. A vegetable garden doesn't take up much space at all. You just need to plan. You could make raised beds that are only 6 inches tall. You could also use containers to replace raised beds. You will still get plenty of produce regardless of how you do it.
What seeds should be started indoors?
Tomato seeds are the best choice for starting indoors. Tomatoes produce year-round fruit and are easy to plant. Plant tomatoes in pots and be careful about putting them in the ground. The soil could dry out if you plant too early. This could lead to root rot. Plant diseases like bacterial disease can quickly kill plants.
What is your favorite vegetable garden layout?
It is important to consider where you live when planning your vegetable garden. For easy harvesting, it is best to plant vegetables in the same area as your home. However, if you live in a rural area, you should space out your plants for maximum yield.
Statistics
- According to the National Gardening Association, the average family with a garden spends $70 on their crops—but they grow an estimated $600 worth of veggies! - blog.nationwide.com
- Today, 80 percent of all corn grown in North America is from GMO seed that is planted and sprayed with Roundup. - parkseed.com
- 80% of residents spent a lifetime as large-scale farmers (or working on farms) using many chemicals believed to be cancerous today. (acountrygirlslife.com)
- Most tomatoes and peppers will take 6-8 weeks to reach transplant size so plan according to your climate! - ufseeds.com
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Organic fertilizers to be used in the garden
Organic fertilizers include manure (compost), fish emulsions, seaweed extracts, blood meal, and compost. Organic fertilizers are made from non-synthetic materials. Synthetic fertilizers are chemical compounds used in industrial processes. Because they are quick and efficient, synthetic fertilizers are popular in agriculture. They don't require laborious preparation. Synthetic fertilizers are dangerous for the environment as well as human health. To produce, synthetic fertilizers require a lot of energy and water. Due to runoff, synthetic fertilizers can pollute both groundwater as well as surface waters. This pollution is detrimental to humans and wildlife alike.
There are several types of organic fertilizers:
* Manure is a product of livestock eating nitrogen-rich food (a plant nutrient). It contains bacteria, enzymes, and other substances that break down the waste into simple compounds which can be easily absorbed by plants.
* Compost - A mixture of grass clippings from the lawn, decaying leaves, vegetable scraps, and animal dung. It is rich in carbon, nitrogen, phosphorous, potassium, magnesium and sulfur. It's porous so it is able to retain moisture well, and slowly releases nutrients.
* Fish Emulsion is a liquid product made from fish oil. It can dissolve oils and fats, similar to soap. It also contains trace elements like phosphorous, Nitrogen, and other elements.
* Seaweed Extract - a concentrated solution of minerals extracted from kelp, red algae, brown algae, and green algae. It's a great source of vitamins A and C as well as iodine and iron.
* Guano is the excrement of seabirds and bats. It contains nitrogen, sulfur, chloride and carbon.
* Blood Meal - The remains of animals slaughtered. It is high in protein, making it suitable for feeding poultry and other livestock. It also contains trace minerals like phosphorus, potassium and nitrogen.
To make organic fertilizer, combine equal parts of manure, compost, and/or fish emulsion. Mix well. If you don’t own all three ingredients, one can be substituted for the other. You can mix one part of the fish emulsion with two portions of compost if you don't have enough.
Use a shovel to evenly distribute the fertilizer over the soil. One quarter cup of the fertilizer should be spread per square foot. To see new growth, you will need to apply more fertilizer every 2 weeks.