April 4, 2019 Garden Geography, Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle, Alois Ludwig, the Nova Scotia Mayflower, John Greenleaf Whittier, Diana Donald, Spring Bulbs, Joseph Sauriol
Have you started to think about your garden in geographical terms?
Aside from the zone you are gardening in, what are the micro-climates in your garden?
Areas sheltered by trees, buildings or other structures may be warmer and ideal locations for less hardy plants.
Low-lying areas may create boggy or marsh-like conditions - perfect for plants that like to have "wet feet".
What is the composition of your soil; is it heavy and clayish? loamy or sandy?
Is your soil acidic?
Get to know your garden's topography and micro-climates; then situate (or relocate) plants accordingly.
The more you know…
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