Gardening is a soothing and productive hobby. The feeling of watching something grow after regular nurturing and care is rewarding. Hence, more and more people are adopting gardening and farming as their new hobbies. And gardening also allows you to surround yourself with nature; after long hours of being stuck in front of a computer or factory-like cubicles. So, the popularity of garden nurseries in Singapore has also increased almost tenfold.
But choosing and buying the correct type of plant at a garden nursery can be complex. It requires a basic understanding of gardening, the climate, the care the plant needs and the extent of nurture you can provide. Only watering plants isn’t the only care a garden needs to flourish.
5 Things to follow if you are a first-time plant buyer:
Planning - Beginners often forget to plan for the garden they are dreaming about. Only buying plants and watering them isn’t enough. You need to consider the light, soil, watering systems and so on. You need to pick the plants based on the amount of sunlight they can get in your garden; indoor or outdoor. If you’re planning to keep them indoors, then you need to shop for plants that don't require as much sunlight.
Planting time - Spring and fall are the best time for you to plant new plants in your garden. But if you’re a beginner you can consult with landscape service professionals, they will guide you to create your dream garden at other times of the year also. During spring and fall, the plants grow actively so it is easier for a beginner to see growth and stay motivated in the craft of gardening.
Quality of the nursery - If you’re a first-time plant buyer, do not just walk into a nursery and buy a plant. Walk around to assess the overall quality of the plants in that nursery. Often, you’ll see that in the back sections, a lot of plants are wilted and their leaves are browning. Browning of the leaves indicates they aren't being cared for, and chances are the rest of the plants are also not receiving proper care.
Impulsive shopping - Impulsive shopping isn’t good no matter what you’re shopping for. It can derail you financially and you're often left with things that you don't need or don't know how to use. The same theory applies to plant shopping as well, especially if you’re a beginner. Experienced individuals can still manage to effectively care for the plants they have bought impulsively. However, an inexperienced gardener will not be able to provide the proper care without meticulous planning of sun, space, soil and time.
Identify unhealthy plants - Some garden nurseries in Singapore will try to sell you seemingly unhealthy plants. So, you need to identify the covert signs of poor health in a plant. Root-bound plants are a sign of poor water absorption, and spots or speckles on the leaves are a sign of pests and insects, additionally, you also need to look for stem damage, root ball, and more.
Considering these factors will help you buy the right type of plants and make your garden green and lush. The garden nurseries in Singapore have one of the widest ranges of plants, ready to explore and see if you have a green thumb?
