How to Bring a Dead Garden Back to Life
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Date: 2022-07-18
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FadeTheTemmie
I have a question. I'm putting it on this video because it's about neglect, even though the neglect isn't my fault. I found (rescued, more like) a foxglove plant from the local Walmart, and it's in pretty bad shape. Think about a three foot tall, extemely poisonous plant in a container smaller than my head with root matting so bad that you can't see the soil. It's entirely roots. I transplanted it to a much larger, deeper pot, which entailed damaging the root system that had wound it's way through the drainage holes and physically cutting open the container. Now it's looking a little bit sad, and I'm worried about it. Is it just recovering? There's no way there was any nutrients left in that little container, and the matted roots might be making it hard for it to get water. Is there anything I can do to rehabilitate it?
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I have a question. I'm putting it on this video because it's about neglect, even though the neglect isn't my fault. I found (rescued, more like) a foxglove plant from the local Walmart, and it's in pretty bad shape. Think about a three foot tall, extemely poisonous plant in a container smaller than my head with root matting so bad that you can't see the soil. It's entirely roots. I transplanted it to a much larger, deeper pot, which entailed damaging the root system that had wound it's way through the drainage holes and physically cutting open the container. Now it's looking a little bit sad, and I'm worried about it. Is it just recovering? There's no way there was any nutrients left in that little container, and the matted roots might be making it hard for it to get water. Is there anything I can do to rehabilitate it?
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Mr.
Epic Gardening or anyone else who may have the answer. I live in Banning, Ca (Riverside Co)I have 3 1 gal buckets outside and 1 plastic storage box that I had brussel sprout scraps growing and some newly planted green onions scraps. I did a light watering last night and they were all there and then this morning I went out to water and they are gone. Literally pulled out of the things they were planted in. What animal/pest does this( I am curious, one other time I found a few knock over in the morning. And yes I will move them inside at night now until the are more established.
Thank you and blessings
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Epic Gardening or anyone else who may have the answer. I live in Banning, Ca (Riverside Co)I have 3 1 gal buckets outside and 1 plastic storage box that I had brussel sprout scraps growing and some newly planted green onions scraps. I did a light watering last night and they were all there and then this morning I went out to water and they are gone. Literally pulled out of the things they were planted in. What animal/pest does this( I am curious, one other time I found a few knock over in the morning. And yes I will move them inside at night now until the are more established.
Thank you and blessings
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Ahnanda68
Lol have to make a joke Babka might have decided to use that area just saying either way you guys are cute thanks for the videos honestly I don't know which one is worse. grubs or Kitty cookies what's next. No they're over fertilizing yeah you can especially if you don't know what you're doing or have indoor potted plants my Mandevilla it is so beautiful but for whatever reason it is not liking this indoor thingy. Houseplants. Soil amendment is very important no idea how my grandfather had a garden for over 50 years same spot TMI from here allysum brings all the little tiny bees
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Lol have to make a joke Babka might have decided to use that area just saying either way you guys are cute thanks for the videos honestly I don't know which one is worse. grubs or Kitty cookies what's next. No they're over fertilizing yeah you can especially if you don't know what you're doing or have indoor potted plants my Mandevilla it is so beautiful but for whatever reason it is not liking this indoor thingy. Houseplants. Soil amendment is very important no idea how my grandfather had a garden for over 50 years same spot TMI from here allysum brings all the little tiny bees
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handmade
I've had a bit of a rough time starting seeds. I managed to get some radishes going, but it feels like they're going really slow especially since I had to address an overwatering issue. I have some tomatoes and peppers seeds as well, and they're starting to pick up after a month and a half but again, they're quite slow.
Fortunately we picked up some seedlings at the local shops, so I'm looking forward to some nice veggies this summer. Also some potatoes I planted a couple of months ago are growing like crazy.
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I've had a bit of a rough time starting seeds. I managed to get some radishes going, but it feels like they're going really slow especially since I had to address an overwatering issue. I have some tomatoes and peppers seeds as well, and they're starting to pick up after a month and a half but again, they're quite slow.
Fortunately we picked up some seedlings at the local shops, so I'm looking forward to some nice veggies this summer. Also some potatoes I planted a couple of months ago are growing like crazy.
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donneone
This vid is giving me some ideas. I'm planning on reviving my parents cinder block wall beds but not sure where to start. We're in your same zone. Their beds are about 50 years old and have years upon years of garden soil, steer or chicken manure, and whatever else they decided to add. It's pretty hard and compact now from being left fallow for about 5 to 8 years. Got any suggestions for a DIY? If I did the No Dig Method, would that eventually soften or loosen up the compacted soil underneath?
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This vid is giving me some ideas. I'm planning on reviving my parents cinder block wall beds but not sure where to start. We're in your same zone. Their beds are about 50 years old and have years upon years of garden soil, steer or chicken manure, and whatever else they decided to add. It's pretty hard and compact now from being left fallow for about 5 to 8 years. Got any suggestions for a DIY? If I did the No Dig Method, would that eventually soften or loosen up the compacted soil underneath?
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Matthew
Great video. I'm gonna install a drip irrigation system this weekend for my rather large container garden. Normally, I'd rather water the containers as it allows me to inspect and prune, but since I'll be away next weekend and away for 8 days next month, it just makes sense instead of risking my fruits and veggie plants drying out. The added challenge for me is that all the containers are fully planted so I'll have to be careful where I put the drip emitters for the irrigation system.
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Great video. I'm gonna install a drip irrigation system this weekend for my rather large container garden. Normally, I'd rather water the containers as it allows me to inspect and prune, but since I'll be away next weekend and away for 8 days next month, it just makes sense instead of risking my fruits and veggie plants drying out. The added challenge for me is that all the containers are fully planted so I'll have to be careful where I put the drip emitters for the irrigation system.
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Amy
I have a question about the mini straw mulch. I've been using it since last year and love it, but is there any reason I can't keep re-using it - such as, after amending a bed like you did here (& I've scraped off last year's mulch, can I use the same mulch again after that process and planting the bed out again? (Even if it doesn't look so pretty and fresh as new mini straw would) Thanks!
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I have a question about the mini straw mulch. I've been using it since last year and love it, but is there any reason I can't keep re-using it - such as, after amending a bed like you did here (& I've scraped off last year's mulch, can I use the same mulch again after that process and planting the bed out again? (Even if it doesn't look so pretty and fresh as new mini straw would) Thanks!
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Wolf-E
I am planning on starting allysum this year with my tomatoes. Ive never grown it before. Im so excited to get things going. But also nervous. The waiting is getting to me. Haha. So close. Just 2 more weeks for my area till i can get my crops into the ground. I do have some spring crops, but it was a slow start this year. I feel i missed the window for the cool weathered crops.
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I am planning on starting allysum this year with my tomatoes. Ive never grown it before. Im so excited to get things going. But also nervous. The waiting is getting to me. Haha. So close. Just 2 more weeks for my area till i can get my crops into the ground. I do have some spring crops, but it was a slow start this year. I feel i missed the window for the cool weathered crops.
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Pacjam
Alright Kevinnow Im in love with Garden Straw. I dont always have grass/leaves to cover beds & pots. Ive been fearful to buy a bale of hay because of pesticides & plant killers. Organic hay is not easy to come by in Mass & many sellers have no idea if the bale is treated or not. You have fixed the problemgarden straw. Why have I never noticed this! Thanks Kevin.
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Alright Kevinnow Im in love with Garden Straw. I dont always have grass/leaves to cover beds & pots. Ive been fearful to buy a bale of hay because of pesticides & plant killers. Organic hay is not easy to come by in Mass & many sellers have no idea if the bale is treated or not. You have fixed the problemgarden straw. Why have I never noticed this! Thanks Kevin.
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Alexia
How would you revive a bed that after years of neglect turned into clay soil? I have added plenty of worm casting and composting, but it's still compacting fairly easy, which isn't that good when I plan on using the bed for root crops. Would adding a mix of vermiculite, perlite and peat help loosening it and not allow it to compact easily?
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How would you revive a bed that after years of neglect turned into clay soil? I have added plenty of worm casting and composting, but it's still compacting fairly easy, which isn't that good when I plan on using the bed for root crops. Would adding a mix of vermiculite, perlite and peat help loosening it and not allow it to compact easily?
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matt
Grubs: New Gardener here, last year was my first year gardening and composting. I'm trying to be as nature balanced as I can be. when I went to fill my new Birdie's bed with the compost, my dogs got into the bin and literally ate every single grub they could find. After watching this video, I'm giving them a grub feast every year.
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Grubs: New Gardener here, last year was my first year gardening and composting. I'm trying to be as nature balanced as I can be. when I went to fill my new Birdie's bed with the compost, my dogs got into the bin and literally ate every single grub they could find. After watching this video, I'm giving them a grub feast every year.
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Celeste
I toss the grubs into the alley for the robins. Depending on where I'm working, i may even get a robin just hanging around watching me, ready to race in and gulp when opportunity strikes!
My veg beds have only worm though. Thosei try to HIDE from the robins! No no buddy get back underground.
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I toss the grubs into the alley for the robins. Depending on where I'm working, i may even get a robin just hanging around watching me, ready to race in and gulp when opportunity strikes!
My veg beds have only worm though. Thosei try to HIDE from the robins! No no buddy get back underground.
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Mimi's
Hi! Question - when you direct sow seeds at the depth per the seed packets recommendation, do you take mulch depth into consideration? I ask because I just planted bean seeds at the 1 in depth recommendation, then added mulch on top, now Im worried the seeds are too far from the surface.
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Hi! Question - when you direct sow seeds at the depth per the seed packets recommendation, do you take mulch depth into consideration? I ask because I just planted bean seeds at the 1 in depth recommendation, then added mulch on top, now Im worried the seeds are too far from the surface.
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Have
Did you make a video of the way you installed the drip system? I think I have only seen a different one that ran the irrigation on the outside.
Of the vego bed. I did that and have been fighting with getting it to lay down in the bed. Also do you put the emitters up or down?
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Did you make a video of the way you installed the drip system? I think I have only seen a different one that ran the irrigation on the outside.
Of the vego bed. I did that and have been fighting with getting it to lay down in the bed. Also do you put the emitters up or down?
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Suran
Help! I have never done gardening well, even when I tried. New patio. trying to landscape. 90% planting done and I just realized I FORGOT to add something to keep the soil from packing! Can I gently dig around the roots to add coconut coir, peat moss, or alfalfa pellets?
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Help! I have never done gardening well, even when I tried. New patio. trying to landscape. 90% planting done and I just realized I FORGOT to add something to keep the soil from packing! Can I gently dig around the roots to add coconut coir, peat moss, or alfalfa pellets?
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