You will need to identify your planting zones if you plan to plant a Connecticut garden. These maps can also be found at the Gilmour Garden Center, and the University of Connecticut Extension. These interactive maps allow you to pinpoint the exact zone for your property. This is especially helpful for areas near the boundary of a zone. Stamford falls in the zone 7a zone, while other parts are in the zone 6b zone. Any type of flower can be planted, provided it is protected from winter.
For vegetable gardening planning, it is crucial to understand Connecticut's planting zones. If you're planting tomatoes, make sure you plant them in their appropriate zone for this region. It is not only important to determine the best time of year to plant each variety. Knowing the dates for the last and first frost dates in the fall can also help you plan your gardening schedule. Based on the USDA's state-specific plant hardiness zones, the last and first frost dates can be found here. In Connecticut, there's a 10% chance of frost occurring before or after the first and last dates.
There are four USDA plant toughiness zones in Connecticut. The western mountains are zone 5a, and the eastern shore is zone 8a. This guide will help determine what kind of plants you want for your home garden. Broccoli, for example, is a great winter vegetable that contains lots of vitamins and minerals. Another healthy option for your home garden is cabbage, which can be grown in colder months. It is rich in antioxidants, and it has a lovely crunch.
Root vegetables are the best choice for Connecticut. Excellent choices include turnips, carrots and beets. But you must wait until the danger of frost has passed to plant these vegetables. There are a few flowers that you can plant in CT: daylilies (shasta daisies), coleus, red creeping thyme, and coleus. This state's soil fertility is vital for the survival of many plant species. The following list can be used as a guideline when gardening in Connecticut.
FAQ
How much space do vegetable gardens need?
One square foot of soil will require 1/2 pound of seeds. This is a good rule of thumb. You will need 100 pounds of seed if your area is 10 feet by 10 foot (3 meters by 3 metres).
What is a planting plan?
A planting calendar is a list of plants that should be planted at different times throughout the year. The goal of the planting calendar is to increase plant growth while minimizing stress. The last frost date should be used to sow early spring crops, such as spinach, lettuce, and beans. Spring crops later include squash, cucumbers, summer beans, and squash. Fall crops include cabbage, potatoes, cauliflower, broccoli and cauliflower.
How many hours does a plant need to get light?
It all depends on what kind of plant you have. Some plants require 12 hours of direct sunshine per day. Some prefer 8 hours of indirect sunshine. Vegetables require at least 10 hours of direct sunlight per 24-hour period.
Statistics
- Most tomatoes and peppers will take 6-8 weeks to reach transplant size so plan according to your climate! - ufseeds.com
- According to the National Gardening Association, the average family with a garden spends $70 on their crops—but they grow an estimated $600 worth of veggies! - blog.nationwide.com
- Today, 80 percent of all corn grown in North America is from GMO seed that is planted and sprayed with Roundup. - parkseed.com
- 80% of residents spent a lifetime as large-scale farmers (or working on farms) using many chemicals believed to be cancerous today. (acountrygirlslife.com)
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How To
Use organic fertilizers in your garden
Organic fertilizers can be made from natural substances, such as compost, manure and seaweed extract. The term "organic" means that they are produced using non-synthetic material. Synthetic fertilizers are chemicals that are used in industrial processes. Synthetic fertilizers are used widely in agriculture as they supply nutrients quickly and efficiently to plants without the need for laborious preparation. However, synthetic fertilizers present risks to both the environment- and human health. In addition, they require large amounts of energy and water to produce. Moreover, many synthetic fertilizers pollute groundwater and surface waters due to runoff. This pollution can be harmful for both wildlife and humans.
There are many types of organic fertilizers.
* Manure - produced when livestock eat food containing nitrogen (a plant nutrient). It's made of bacteria and enzymes which break down the waste to simple compounds that can be taken by plants.
* Compost is a mixture of vegetable scraps and grass clippings, animal manure, and decaying leaves. It is rich for nitrogen, carbon, potassium and magnesium. It is highly porous, so it holds moisture well and releases nutrients slowly.
* Fish Emulsion is a liquid product made from fish oil. It is similar to soap in its ability to dissolve oils and fats. It contains phosphorous, nitrogen, and trace elements.
* Seaweed extract - A concentrated solution of minerals from kelp and red algae. It is rich in vitamins A, C and iodine as well as iron.
* Guano, excrement taken from amphibians, bats, reptiles and seabirds. It contains nitrogen, phosphorous, potassium, sodium, magnesium, sulfate, chloride, and carbon.
* Blood Meal - The remains of animals slaughtered. It's rich in protein and can be used to feed poultry and other animals. It also has trace minerals such as phosphorous, potassium, nitrogen and other nutrients.
Make organic fertilizer by combining equal parts manure, fish emulsion, and compost. Mix thoroughly. If you don’t have access, you can mix one ingredient with the other. If you only have the fish-emulsion you can substitute one with another.
Spread the fertilizer evenly on the soil with a shovel, or tiller. About a quarter of a cup of the fertilizer is needed per square foot. You'll need to add fertilizer every two weeks until new growth appears.