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How to Choose the Right Plant Soil for Your Garden

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Whether you are a beginner gardener or an expert who has beautiful, lush planters each year, purchasing the right supplies will make all the difference for your garden. Purchasing the right plant soil is vital and if you want to be considered an expert green thumb, knowing which type of garden soil mixtures to choose is a must. Here are several tips for choosing the right soil for your garden area. Consider Where You Are Planting Where you choose to plant will make a difference in the type of plant soil you choose. For example, if you want large, colourful planters to line your entryway and your patio area, you want a high-quality potting soil rather than a garden soil. Potting soil can include fertilizer to keep your plants healthy as well as polymers that help prevent overwatering or under-watering these flowers. Keep in mind that when choosing any type of plant soil, you don’t want to simply grab the cheapest option. This product will often contain the fewest ingredients th

Tips for Keeping Outdoor Planters Looking Great Throughout the Season

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Whether you have a large and spacious garden or you have a small patio area, by the end of the summer, your planters can begin (Replace with something more positive) The wear and tear of the long, hot summer months take a toll on your planters and without proper care, your gorgeous flowers and plants can quickly become (same here, use a more positive word). Luckily, there are several things you can do to ensure your outdoor planters look great until the very end of the season. Don’t Slack on the Water The outdoor planters in your yard still need their regular water supply to survive and produce colourful, healthy blooms. Even as the weather starts to cool down, they still need ample water to thrive so it is important that you closely watch the soil and make sure it doesn’t dry out — but also be mindful that you don’t overwater! Groom the Flowers Grooming is a critical step to keep your planters looking their best. Deadheading is when you pluck the dead and old blooms from