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Vocabulary: Gardening

Gardening

Here’s a list of key vocabulary and phrases related to gardening:

Basic Terms

  • Garden: A plot of land for growing plants.

  • Gardening: The practice of growing and cultivating plants.

  • Soil: The upper layer of earth where plants grow, consisting of organic matter, clay, and rock particles.

  • Mulch: Material applied to the surface of soil to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and improve soil quality.

  • Compost: Decomposed organic material used to enrich soil.

  • Fertilizer: A substance added to soil to provide nutrients to plants.

Plant Types

  • Annuals: Plants that complete their life cycle in one growing season.

  • Perennials: Plants that live for more than two years.

  • Biennials: Plants that take two years to complete their life cycle.

  • Native Plants: Species that naturally occur in a specific region.

  • Invasive Species: Non-native plants that spread aggressively and disrupt local ecosystems.

Plant Care

  • Pruning: The process of trimming plants to promote growth and remove dead or diseased branches.

  • Watering: Providing plants with water; can be done manually or through irrigation systems.

  • Weeding: The act of removing unwanted plants that compete with desired plants for resources.

  • Pest Control: Methods used to manage and eliminate pests that harm plants.

Tools and Equipment

  • Trowel: A small hand tool used for digging and planting.

  • Spade: A tool with a flat blade used for digging and turning soil.

  • Rake: A tool used to gather leaves or level soil.

  • Hoe: A tool used for shaping soil, removing weeds, and clearing soil.

  • Pruning Shears: Scissors used for cutting plants and branches.

Techniques

  • Crop Rotation: The practice of alternating the types of crops grown in a particular area to improve soil health.

  • Companion Planting: Planting different crops in proximity for mutual benefit, such as pest control or improved growth.

  • Raised Beds: Elevated garden beds that improve drainage and soil quality.

  • Hydroponics: A method of growing plants without soil, using nutrient-rich water.

Seasonal Activities

  • Planting: The act of placing seeds