The monsoon
season can be a time for a lot of new life in your garden, and it can be very
exciting to see the changes every day. Though a lot of aspects like watering
are taken care of if your plants are outdoors, this doesn't need that they
don’t need care at all. Here are some tips:
Well-drained soil: The most common cause of losing
plants during the rains is if the water stagnates in the pots. Make sure the
soil is draining well without blockages, and free any blocked holes if any to
improve the flow of water. In case of some succulents and cacti that don’t need
daily watering, you can try to keep in a sheltered area at this time too.
Pruning:
Ensure that the dry
leaves and branches have been pruned well before the rains start. This ensures
that the plant can concentrate its energies on the new leaves and shoots, and
the growth will be much better.
Support: Plants with weak stems may be affected
by heavy rain and wind, so make sure that these are staked and supported well.
In case you feel the plants are too exposed, you can think of a temporary
shelter during this season too (Try some DIY
with B&D tools!)
Diseases: If leaves remain wet and don’t have enough
air circulation, you might find an increase in some fungal diseases like leaf
spot or powdery mildew. Try to ensure a good aeration so that the plants don’t
remain damp, as well as apply some organic fungicides to control this problem.
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Plan according to the
season: You
cannot sow a sun loving plant during the monsoon season and expect it to do
well. Try out plants that are known to do well in semi-shade, you will find
even herbs like pudina/mint and parsley will fit this bill.
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