Art of Gardening

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GETTING ALONG WITH...
"MOTHER NATURE"

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Art of Gardening

• You will start with seeds from a packet.
• Its best to start the seeds in a starter box
  in the house.
• It will usually take 10 to 14 days for the seeds
  to germinate.

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Lots of Work Ahead

• While your seeds are germinating, get your plot
  ready for planting.
• You may need to till.
• You will need to hoe.
• You should use fertilizer to get the soil ready
  for the plants.

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The Fun Begins

• Seedlings should be getting little leaves.
• Make rows in the plot.
• Read the directions on how far to place seedlings
  apart.
• Plant the seedlings into the rows.
• WATER YOUR SEEDLINGS!!

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Wait and Watch

• Think the work is done? WRONG!!
• Plants need lots of water, but not too much.
  Dont drown.
• Keep the weeds out of the garden.
• Watch your plants grow.

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HARVEST WHAT YOU SOW

• After 45 days or more, depending on your plants,
  you will be able to pick your produce and EAT!!
• Be sure to enjoy what you and Mother Nature have
  grown together.