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Most people have heard about or seen organic foods. It's easy to tell which items are certified organic by the USDA. These have different packages and cost a bit more. Keep reading for a variety of tips and tricks for maintaining an organic garden.

To prevent your plants' systems from becoming shocked, you need to gradually transition them from higher to lower temperatures. Place them outside in the sunlight for an hour or two on the first day. Slowly, day after day, you can leave your plants outside for a little longer. When the week is done, your plants will be ready for the big move without any problems.

Use the handles of your tools as a handy ruler when doing your outdoor chores. Tools with long handles, such as rakes, hoes, and shovels can be converted into handy measuring sticks. All you have to do is lay them on the floor then use a measuring tape to measure their length. With a permanent marker, note pertinent measurements on the tool handle. Now, every time you work in your garden, you are going to have a powerful ruler at the touch of your fingertips.

All plants need an adequate supply of carbon dioxide in order to thrive. Plants tend to grow better when the CO2 levels are higher. A greenhouse has the best levels available. If you have a greenhouse, keep CO2 levels high.

Use bulbs to ensure continuous flowers throughout the spring and summer. Bulbs are hardy, easy to grow into flowers, and will blossom for several years. Keep in mind that different bulb types bloom differently and at different time periods, so when you choose a bulb plan accordingly, you can have your plant blooms lasting spring into summer.

If growing vegetables, make sure they are in a location in your garden where they will be exposed daily to at least six hours of the sun. Many types of veggies require this amount in order to thrive and produce the food source that you are hoping for. Some flowers have the same requirement for growth.

If you find that you have soil that has high amounts of alkaline, mix used coffee grounds throughout the soil. This is a great and cheap way to increase the acid levels in your dirt. The greens and vegetables need the proper balance and will grow bigger and stronger with the right mix.

Start a new garden from seeds. It's better for the environment to begin from seed. The problem is those plastic trays which end up in landfills and are not generally recycled. Plants in organic packagingn or seeds sown in your garden, are fine .

Growing your garden at home might not be the most convenient thing for you, but you will save a lot of money and always have the confidence that what you're eating and feeding your family is as fresh and as healthy as possible. Use the tips you've learned here and get started on your garden today.