FAQs
Land and Soil Related :
Why does seed germination fail?
Cold soil: Most plants need warm soil for natural germination.
• Seed dried out: Watering is essential in the early days of planting. Ensure the ground is kept evenly moist.
• Soil too wet: Too much water can rot the seed. Replant the seed and ensure not to overwater.
Which type of soil is preferable for a home garden?
Sandy loam, clay loam, and red alluvial soil are good for home gardens.
Which type of compost is best for soil?
Adasca Garden Store enriched compost is excellent for increasing biological activity in the soil, as well as maintaining soil moisture and soil health in your home garden.
Which soil nutrient is best for increasing soil health?
Adding 50g/pot of N-Carb helps increase soil porosity and carbon availability.
Which type of growing bed is required for vegetable gardening?
Create a 6 to 8-inch raised/growing bed for vegetable planting in a home garden.
Soli Care :
Soil care and management in a home garden:
• Provide 3-4 days of sunlight to reduce toxic substances in the soil.
• Mix the upper and lower layers of soil in pots or grow beds to enhance soil productivity.
• Break up soil clods.
• Add Adasca Garden Store enriched compost to increase biological activity and maintain soil moisture and health.
• Add Adasca Garden Store N-Carb granules for essential NPK in organic form, increasing soil porosity and carbon availability.
What is the ideal size for a growing bed in a home garden?
A height of 6 to 8 inches and a width of 8 inches is ideal for a raised bed for vegetable planting in a home garden.
How can we test the soil of a home garden without a kit?
Vinegar Test:
• Place about 1 cup of soil into a clean jar.
• Add enough distilled water until the soil turns muddy.
• Add ½ cup of vinegar, stir gently, and observe. If the soil fizzes or foams, it is alkaline. If not, proceed with the baking soda test.
• Baking Soda Test:
• Place about 1 cup of soil into a clean jar.
• Add enough distilled water until the soil turns muddy.
• Add ½ cup of baking soda, stir gently, and observe. If the soil fizzes or foams, it is acidic.
• If the soil doesn’t react in either test, it is likely neutral.
Location :
Which is a good location for a home garden?
A home garden can be grown indoors or outdoors, depending on available land and local climate. Indoor gardens can be on window sills, while outdoor gardens require proper sunlight. If you have a big yard, consider an outdoor garden.
Concepts About Home Garden :
What is the difference between a kitchen garden and a vegetable garden?
A kitchen garden provides fresh produce for immediate use, while a vegetable garden is often for canning and preserving. Kitchen gardens can be indoors or outdoors, while vegetable gardens are typically outdoors.
Why is a home garden important?
A home garden provides fresh, organic produce that is convenient and often less expensive than store-bought. It can be a fun hobby and offers a great way to get outside and enjoy fresh air.
Which type of garden site/location is best for a home garden?
A location with daily 4 to 6 hours of sunlight is ideal. Rooftops, balconies, window boxes, backyards/front yards, and indoor gardens are suitable.
When is the correct time to prune or trim garden plants?
Pruning or trimming should be done after the growing season has started.
What is the best direction to cut infected/dead parts of a plant?
Cut the diseased/dead parts at a 45-degree angle.
Which part should be cut and how much?
The longest branch should be cut down to about one-third of its length.
Which part should never be cut from a plant?
Never cut the nodules of the plant, as they contain new buds.
Do root plants harm buildings?
Taproot trees like mango and neem can harm buildings as their roots grow deep into the soil, unlike small plants with fibrous roots that do not cause problems.
What kinds of vegetables, flowers, and medicinal plants are planted in a kitchen garden?
Common choices include tomatoes, herbs, lettuce, and peppers. Flowers like roses, jasmine, and marigolds, and medicinal plants like basil (tulsi), aloe vera, mint, and lemon grass are also popular.
Which types of cropping or plantation patterns are suitable for a home garden?
Monocropping: Single crop/plant in one area.
• Mixed Cropping: Two or more crops grown simultaneously on the same land.
• Intercropping: Growing more than one crop on the same field at the same time in a definite row pattern.
• Row Intercropping: Component crops arranged in alternate rows.
• Strip Intercropping: Two or more crops grown in wide strips, managed separately.
Disease Management in Home Gardens:
In which climatic conditions do diseases mostly occur in gardens?
Most diseases occur during warm and wet weather or the rainy season.
Which type of disease is most commonly observed in home gardens?
Common diseases include root rot, leaf spot, fruit rot, and dieback of plants.
What garden practices can avoid disease infection in home gardens?
Crop rotation: Avoid planting the same type of crop continuously in the same area to prevent soil-borne diseases.
• Collection and destruction: Remove and destroy damaged parts or plants from the garden.
• Weed control: Eliminate unwanted plants and weeds.
• Site selection: Choose well-drained soil and avoid wet areas.
Which organic product is best for garden disease control?
Adasca Garden Store organic disease control products help plants resist disease infections.
Pest Management :
How to manage pests in a home garden?
• Apply Adasca Garden Store organic pest management spray.
• Fence the garden.
• Use lightweight mesh to protect vegetables and fruits from birds, animals, and pests.
Water or Irrigation Management in Home Gardens :
What is the preferable timing for watering a home garden?
Watering in the morning before 9 AM and late evening after 6 PM minimizes evaporation and reduces disease development.
How to use an irrigation system in a home garden?
If you have an irrigation system, install a rain sensor to prevent it from turning on when it rains. Ensure you are not watering sidewalks and roads. In garden beds, use drip irrigation or soaker hoses to minimize water use and direct water where needed.
About Adasca Garden Store
Why choose Adasca Garden Store?
Adasca Garden Store offers a wide range of home garden solutions, including plant nutrition, disease, and pest control products, as well as garden accessories and tools.
Why trust Adasca Garden Store products?
Adasca Garden Store manufactures organic primary, secondary, macro, and micro nutrients and fertilizers, as well as plant growth regulators. We also offer organic disease and pest control products.
What are the key benefits of Adasca Garden Store nutrient products?
Kazoo (Liq):
• Higher nutritional value and longer shelf life of fruit.
• Enhances photosynthesis.
• Strengthens plants against pests and fungi attacks.
Lemons:
• Improves the quality of fruits and vegetables.
• Helps plants withstand biotic and abiotic stress.
• Enhances the nutritional value of produce.
Fertisil (NPK-21:21:21):
• Small particle size ensures better nutrient absorption in plant cells.
• Free from sodium, chlorine, nitrates, sulphates, and carbonates, preventing salt injury to crops.
Fertisil 0:40:40:
• Encourages flowering and fruit formation.
• Enhances the size, color, and quality of leafy vegetables.
• Boosts the metabolic activity of plants.
Silex:
• Improves retention, spreading, and wetting with all foliar sprays.
Agrostrong:
• Promotes vegetative and reproductive growth.
• Encourages flowering, fruit development, and yield.
Enriched Compost:
• Enhances biological activity in the soil and reduces the need for chemical fertilizers.
• Maintains soil moisture levels and improves soil health.
N:Carb-Gr:
• Provides essential organic carbon and other nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium in organic form.
Coco Peat:
• Ready-to-use organic pot mix that retains soil water content.
• Provides an ideal medium for the healthy growth of plants.
