Heirloom And Organic Vegetable Growing - Business

<p>With so many diseases genetically modified and enhanced by the food we eat, homeowners are starting to grow their very own vegetable garden. Vegetables are home grown right off the backyard that organic plants are the in thing. Organic meaning the vegetables you eat are devoid of pesticides and insecticides or whatever chemicals farmers have come across with to make market vegetables "look good and last longer." And what has organic plants have to do with heirloom vegetables? For a new gardener, not much really if you're unaware that the vegetables you've grown is prized. Then again, ironically, it does matter a lot for growing heirloom vegetables organically in your backyard is like having a treasure chest filled with precious gems. Heirloom and Organic vegetable growing is usually considered a part of Agricultural Courses yet one may be able to learn such as part of a hobby or just to ensure that you learn what is appropriate for you to grow in your backyard as a new gar
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<p>We begun by defining in general what organic means, now, let us take a look at Heirloom vegetables. The first time I came across the term heirloom vegetables I thought maybe these were vegetables that were modified by the companies to make them bigger and look more palatable. Reading on, I found out that modified vegetables are called hybrid vegetables and those are entirely a different thing. Defining Heirloom as a simple word, heirlooms are prized possessions handed down from generation to generation and have been kept in the family. Heirloom vegetables have the same concept. They come from seeds (not modified, not hybrid, nor even patented and sold by companies) that have been handed down from one gardener to the next. In order for that to happen, they have to come from the open pollinated family of plants.</p>

<p>And what does open pollinated mean? Simply put, the plant must be capable of producing seeds to grow into seedlings that eventually would produce seeds as an endless cycle of multiplying. And like all organic plants, TASTE spells a very big difference. Taste is also the main reason why the seeds are prized and not sold for mass consumption. And all the more reason for one to be planting heirloom vegetables wouldn't it?</p>

<p>Taken together, it becomes not just a hobby but an art. Growing Heirloom plants organically is as easy as ensuring that the plants are well taken cared off, are healthy, and free of any toxins if possible and if not at least to the minimum. A balance of sunshine, water and care to ensure that the plants are free of pests as well ensures that the heirloom and organic vegetables are healthy and stress free. Checking on the plants regularly also ensures that pests are attended too before they become a problem. Remember, prevention is always better than treatment.</p>

<p>Organic gardening also entails that the soil has to be treated with less synthetic material as possible. Using compost and materials of the like to replenish the minerals depleted in the soil is the best option. Using natural composts from plants to manure may not sound good but is naturally good for the soil and the plant. Always bear in mind that the reason for planting Heirlooms is the TASTE and taste matters and changes depending on what the plants feed on as chemicals may replace natural minerals when synthetic composts are used.</p>

<p>Like humans, when the plants are healthy they have the resources to fend off pests. And pests are the first and foremost threat when it comes to planting so ensuring that the plant is healthy means that you would have less pests to think about. Vigilance is the second key to organic gardening. As mentioned earlier you have to inspect and check the plants regularly to ensure that pests are at bay.</p>

<p>So, when starting your garden, ensure that apart from choosing the right seeds to plant, the conditions such as the soil, water and temperature have all to be taken account for. Diversity in plants also is helpful to ensure that the soil retains its minerals if not replenished. Getting involved in the garden is like fully participating in the plants growth. Remember, planting is not simply digging the soil, putting the seeds and coming back when it's time to harvest. Have time for your garden and your plants, get to know them, take care of them, ensure that their needs are taken cared off and you've have a harvest like to other.
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