13 Mistakes That All Gardeners Make

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We aren’t all ‘born to the soil’, so it comes as no surprise that many of us are making silly little mistakes in our gardens.

We want to help you rectify them, so have drawn up a list of the most common blunders that can stop yourself from making from now on. You don’t have to be an professional to get on board with these gardening tips, so take a look and see which pitfalls you can avoid in the future!

1. Don't just focus on funky fire pits and gorgeous furniture, as not preparing your flowers beds will leave your saplings with nowhere to go

2. Forgetting to find out the pH levels of your soil will mean certain plants simply won’t grow

3. Not knowing when to stop with the water could kill off delicate blooms

4. Forgetting to water thirsty plants will result in devastation

5. Not giving sun-loving plants enough light will stunt their growth

6. Failing to pay attention to planting seasons could result in empty beds. This is especially pertinent for fruits and veggies!

7. Forgetting to prune will prevent vibrant new growth

8. Not thinking about your pest control could mean that bugs and nasties decimate new plants

9. Overlooking the impact of weed killer could mean that everything in your garden dies

10. Not paying attention to the growth rate of plants could lead to you being overrun

11. Certain plants are bought as ‘sterile’, meaning they will never bear fruit, so be sure to check if you need more than one

12. Harmful pesticides could deter helpful visitors, such as bees, meaning that your garden won’t bloom in spring

13. Planting trees too close to your house could result in serious problems, such as foundation damage, years later. A costly error!

For more gardening inspiration, take a look at this Ideabook: 21 Lovely Little Gardens You Can Easily Copy.

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