15 Gardening Hacks For A Greener Thumb

15 GARDENING HACKS FOR A GREENER THUMB

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If you are trying to grow your garden, whether flowers, vegetables or plants/shrubs, you know it takes some work. To develop a really strong green thumb, you need to find some methods to help you help your garden. Here are 15 excellent DIY hacks that will aid you in creating the best garden you can. Check out these do it yourself ideas to help in the garden. LOOK BELOW to learn more about these tips and tricks.

#1 Egg shells are good for your garden

To add calcium to your garden, blend eggshells and hoe into your garden. This is a great natural method of improving your garden. Go to Graceful Little Honey Bee to learn more

#2 Protect plants with a milk jug

To help protect young plants from cold and frost, use a milk jug to keep them covered until threat is gone. You can water through the top hole of the jug. They can also be used to help keep away insects and other things that could harm young plants. For more info go to Whole Lifestyle Nutrition.

#3 Start seedlings in egg shells. Then plant them

Simply plant seeds or seedlings in egg shells filled with dirt. The shells are nutrient rich. After they are ready for planting, just put the shell in the ground and cover. Thanks to Squakfox for this idea

#4 Plastic forks to protect seedlings

** Caution. This could be harmful to little children. ** This is an idea to help keep nibbling rabbits, and the like, away from seedlings in your garden.Check out May Dreams Gardens

#5 Starting roses in potatoes

Planting rose cuttings into potatoes help them retain moisture and allow for sturdy planting. Read more at Amateur Gardening

#6 Home made weed killer

If you are looking to go natural, this weed killer DIY idea could be for you. The ingredients are simple, but may not be as effective as the chemical version. Thanks to Listotic for the recipe

#7 Irish Spring keeps out garden pests

Garden pests can ruin your garden. Rabbits, deer, etc. love to eat your plants. Deter them with this odd trick. Curbly tells you how

#8 Tea for the garden

** Remove tags ** Tea is very good for your plants. It improves the nitrogen levels, helps retain moisture and feeds worms which are great for the garden. Learn how at Balcony Garden Web

#9 Citrus peels

Citrus peels are great for your garden. Save those peels and help your garden fend off pests, add nutrition and more. Check out how at Premeditated Leftovers

#10 Coffee grounds

Coffee grounds in your garden helps keep the soil acidic. It also helps keep moisture in the soil. I used to have large gardens and I would strew the grounds in a different area and hoe the grounds into the soil. Check out One Hundred Dollars A Month

#11 Diapers to retain moisture

Diapers are amazing at retaining moisture. Simply put at the bottom of the planter to help keep the soil damp. Thanks to Listotic

#12 Soda bottle drip feeder

By poking holes in a soda or water bottle, you can create your own drip feeder. This allows the water to get directly to the root system. For more, go to The Gardening Cook

#13 Plant seedlings in a lemon peel

Use half of a lemon, orange, etc. peel to start your seedlings. Then plant the whole thing in the garden. Great compost and nutrients. Learn more at My Roman Apartment

#14 Water reservoir for planters

Simply bury a plastic bottle with the bottom cut off into the planter. The water will slowly come out, which helps on those hot days. Learn how to make this at Dabbletree

#15 Rain barrel

If you have room, a rain barrel can help you preserve water. Place beneath your downspout to get the most water.
Thanks to Listotic for this idea. How to make a rain barrel tutorial from BHG

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