A flower garden, from start to finish

To Begin…..

• First pick a piece of land where you want your garden to be. Make sure to pay attention to whether or not your garden will receive

afternoon or morning sun.

• Start edging out the size and shape of your garden. I suggest using a garden edge to help prevent weeds from growing in, and it will also give the lawn mower a guide where not to go.

• Remove all the sod making sure to shaking as much soilas possible. Add top soil ifneeded, a small amount of peat moss, add fertilizer and

measure according to garden size, add water and mix well with a

pitch fork assuring soil and ingredients are properly

distributed. Also, I recommend you purchase perennials so they

come back each year.

• While your plants are still in their pots, place them throughout your garden. Make sure to keep the larger plants toward the back so they don’t block the sun from the smaller plants.

• Once you have them in place begin to dig the correct hole dimensions. If you’re unsure you can refer to the plant directions on the pot.

Finished product • Water your garden well after your finished planting. Now you can step back and admire all your hard work.

• Gardening is good for the soul. It is healthy to watch, nurture it, and watch it grow.