DEAN CURTIS FOR LIVING WELL


This pincushion pink mist flower is a compact, clump-forming perennial which typically grows only 12 to 15 inches tall, according to the Missouri Botanical Garden.


DEAN CURTIS FOR LIVING WELL


Lavender is used extensively with herbs such as chamomile in aromatherapy.


gardening because it’s really important. I would recommend raised beds and filling in with a mixture of organic potting soil and fertilizer. Let is sit for a week or two before you plant. It you put a bunch of fertilizer in, you want to let it cool off, get rained on, before you plant anything,” Culpepper said.


Sunlight is incredibly important so know what area of your garden have full sun. Also, if you plant flowers keep in mind that some flowers may grow taller than others and shade other flowers, so it’s really important to talk to a nursery if you are just starting out, said Wooldridge.


Also, if you run into problems or think a plant has a disease, take a picture on your smartphone and bring it into the garden center, do not bring in the plant as it may contaminate other species, said Wooldridge.


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If you need help with ideas for your garden, you take pictures of the landscape and bring it into a garden center.


Companion planting is a method to consider when designing your garden; it’s a handy way to deter pests naturally.


“With companion planting, you can put rosemary with carrots to deter pests. It helps the carrots. Lavender and onions planted together will protect onions. Marigolds are good for everything, including tomatoes. Plant a rim of marigolds around the vegetable garden and it helps deter pests,” said Culpepper.


Chives should be planted near berries, carrots, peas, roses and tomatoes, because they deter aphids and Japanese beetles.


Plant garlic near cabbage, roses and tomatoes, but keep them away from peas and beans.


It’s important to follow planting schedules for your region, said Culpepper, who added that novice gardeners should not get discouraged, because gardening is a constant learning process.


But it’s rewarding, too.


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