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Written by Pinky Bean

How to update your garden annually

Posted by Pinky Bean on March 23, 2009 5:41 AM Filed Under: Gardening

The remnants of your garden from last year may be looking a little rough these days if you haven't already started preparing for this year's planting attempt. Have it looking fresh in no time with this guide to annually updating your garden whether you're growing flowers, vegetables or vines. There were no chemicals contained in any of the fertilizers used by the creator of this tutorial, so you'll be able to keep your garden natural and organic with these tips.

Intro: How to Update Your Garden Annually for Flowers, Veggies, or Vines

Welcome,
In this Instructable I will show you what I did to update the soil, plants, and watering system. I hope that this Instructable will inspire you to create and or update your own garden. You can update your garden annually for planting Flowers, Veggies, Vines, or what ever you would like to plant there. You will also find a few ideas of how to stay GREEN in your garden. I did not use any chemical fertilizers in this garden, it is all natural.

Step 1: Tools and Supplies

Tools
Shovel
Knife (used to cut tubing)
Diagonal Cutters (used to cut tubing)
Gloves

Supplies
The amount of each will depend on your garden size and number of plants.
1/4 inch irrigation line
1/4 T-section adapters
1/4 inch adjustable drip valves
3 Cubic Ft of Nature's Way 3 Cu. Ft. Composted Mulch (not fertilizer)

Your choice of plants, flowers, vines (etc.) to plant.

Follow the jump for the remaining steps to preparing your garden for the new growing season!

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