Workshop 2 Growing Flowers Organically Presented by Richly

Workshop 2 Growing Flowers Organically Presented by Richly Organic

Overview Planning Annuals Bulbs Roses and Perennials Composting Soil Tips Maintenance Spring Bulbs Annuals Roses 2

Prepare for Color Season Selected Activities Early Spring Test soil Sow seeds of hardy bedding plants indoors Plant summer flowering bulbs Mid to Late Spring Mulch soil Harden off bedding plants Plant bedding plants Planning Early Summer Plant less hardy bedding plants Mid Summer Water and feed regularly Dig up spring bulbs Pinch back annuals Fall Study the garden design Plan for next year 3

Start annuals off right Avoid planting until danger of frost is past Choose annuals that are right for your micro climate Annuals Control common problems with annuals 4

Plant bulbs for almost year-round displays Fall Crocus, Daffodil, Tulip, Hyacinth Bulbs Spring Dahlia, Gladiolus, Canna, Lily, Calla 5

üEvery garden needs perennials! üChoose a mix of colorful perennials üPlan for a continuous show from early spring to mid winter Perennials üPopular choices üBearded Iris, Bee Balm, Candytuft, Bellflower, Peonies, Poppies, Yarrow, Violet Sage 6

Select materials that contain carbon and nitrogen Carbon Lawn, dried leaves Composting Nitrogen Kitchen scraps, vegetable leaves Keep the compost pile moist but not wet Aerate the compost pile occasionally 7

Watering Keep soil moist but not waterlogged Once a day is usually sufficient Apply organic, liquid-based fertilizer sparingly Maintenance Check plants routinely for diseases and insects 8

Designate an attractive seating area Consider building a pond and stocking it with fish Plant flowers that attract butterflies and hummingbirds Enjoying Your Garden Relax! 9