7 Common Gardening Mistakes to Avoid

Gardening is a rewarding hobby, but even experienced gardeners can make mistakes that affect plant growth and health.  

Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned gardener, avoiding these common pitfalls will help your plants thrive.

1.  Do not ignore “Tilling of Soil” Some gardeners often ignore “tilling of the soil”. 

The tilling process 1. makes the soil soft, 2. soil nutrients get shuffled up and down, 3. maintains good aeration, 4. roots become strong and healthy.

2. Watering too much  To maintain healthy plants, it is essential to avoid overwatering .

3.  Not feeding Fertilizers to the plant Heavy feeder plants like flowering, fruiting, and vegetable plants need fertilizers at regular intervals.  

4. Planting in the Wrong Location Placing sun-loving plants in the shade or shade-loving plants in direct sun can stunt growth and weaken their health..

5. Not controlling pests. Just examine your plant once or twice in a week & eliminate any pests you see as soon as possible.

6. Planting too close together  Avoid planting plants too close.  Some plants need space to grow. 

7.  Pruning Incorrectly or Not at All Just as plants need fertilizer and water from time to time, pruning is also necessary to ensure their health and vitality.  

Pruning helps promote healthy growth and remove dead or diseased branches. However, improper pruning can weaken plants or reduce flowering and fruiting.

So, avoid these common mistakes in gardening from today.

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