About Me
About Me
I am Rayan, a part
time gardener with
over 10 years of experience
Hey there! I’m Rayan, a part-time gardener with a passion for all things green.🌿
I am a passionate gardener with years of experience growing a variety of fruits and vegetables. Alongside my higher studies, I dedicate my time to exploring the joys of home gardening.Â
I love to grow crops as well as experiment with them. My journey has been filled with numerous projects and experiments. leading to a wealth of knowledge that I’m excited to share with you.
Frequently Asked Question
01.
How did you first get started with gardening?Â
My gardening journey didn’t start with any specific event. We had a small garden in front of our home, and my grandparents would go there almost every day to tend to their plants. I would join them, and gradually, gardening became something I loved too. Now, I’ve helped grow that small garden into something much bigger.
02.
Is your gardening experience self-taught or from formal training?
Yes, my gardening experience is self-taught. I haven’t had any formal training; my grandparents were my first teachers. Now, if I run into any problem, I simply Google it and read articles to see if others have faced the same issue and to find possible solutions.Â
03.
What’s your favorite thing to grow, and why?
My favorite thing to grow is vegetables because vegetables I grow in a short time and give lots of harvest that makes me happy 😊
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Do you prefer organic gardening? Why or why not?
Yes, absolutely! Gardening’s main goal for me is to grow fresh, healthy produce, so organic is the way to go. Not only does it feel great to avoid chemicals, but it’s also rewarding to know my plants are grown naturally.
So why not?😄
06.
How did you first get started with gardening?Â
Hand Trowel, Watering Can, Garden Gloves, Garden Fork are the basic gardening tools which will help you. I have a dedicated article for New Gardeners and I described more in there🙃
My Garden to Hand 😉
My Garden to Hand 😉
What’s Sprouting in My Garden This Year!
| Season & Year | Plant Name | Gardening Tips | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Q3 (Summer) | Tomatoes | – Start seeds indoors if in a cool climate. – Use well-draining soil and rich organic compost. – Water deeply and regularly, especially in hot weather. – Consider staking or caging for support. -Try continuous harvesting, as it encourages the next batch of tomatoes to grow. | Looking forward to growing a new heirloom variety! – Experimenting with companion planting with basil. – If you need more knowledge visit my blog Growing Tomatoes In Your Garden |
| 2024 Q3 (Summer) | Cucumbers | – Sow seeds directly in the ground after frost. – Provide trellis support for vertical growth. – Monitor for pests like cucumber beetles and treat organically. – Harvest regularly to encourage more fruit. | Trying out pickling varieties this year! – Excited to make homemade pickles. |
| 2024 Q4 (Autumn) | Carrots | – Direct sow seeds in loose, Sandy soil. | Excited to grow different colors—purple, orange, and yellow! – I don’t plan to save seeds for next year because it can reduce seed quality. Getting seeds from a reliable company is a better idea. |
| 2024 Q4 (Autumn) | Kale | – Sow seeds directly or transplant seedlings. – Harvest outer leaves while allowing the inner ones to grow. – Protect from frost; it tastes sweeter after a frost. – Fertilize with compost to boost growth. | Planning to try new varieties like Lacinato and Siberian! – Great for winter smoothies and salads. |
