Gardening Secrets - How to Get Rid of Weeds NaturallyGardening can be a rewarding pastime because it improves mental health, eases stress, and gives us an opportunity to connect with the natural world. But it can also be a back-breaking and time-consuming task.To help to make the process more efficient For a better experience, here are some gardening tips to try. These easy tips are beneficial regardless of whether you are looking to cultivate greener grass to control ants or keep your plants healthy.Don't forget the weedsWeeds can be a nuisance in the garden. They can add some color and interest, however they also take nutrients from your plants. This can result in weaker plants and less vibrant landscapes, and they should be taken care of regularly. Rather than using chemicals, which can be harmful to the environment, there are many natural methods to keep weeds at bay, leaving you more time to enjoy your garden!Growing your plants in a dense manner is among the best ways to combat the weeds. This will let your vegetables and other plants grow large enough to shade out the weeds. They will be able to stay away for a longer period of time. Another great way to reduce the number of weeds is to mulch! By adding a layer of organic material, such as leaves, hay or cardboard and newspaper it will reduce the amount of weed seeds capable of germinating.Avoid damaging the soil in your garden by not turning the soil. This will expose the dormant seedlings, and bring them to the surface, making them easier to remove. Instead of re-turning the soil, try using a hoe to gently "tickle" the surface. This won't disturb the soil's structure and all the beneficial microbes and insects will remain in their correct spot.Keep the edges of your garden and lawn cut to avoid weeds. This is particularly important when you are beginning an entirely new garden, or have a weedy and wild area. Weeds will have less chance to grow in the fertile soil.Be sure to remove weeds as soon as they appear. This will stop them from growing into full-grown plants that could compete with your veggies for water, nutrients and sunlight. If you wait until they're larger they could become difficult to remove and could eventually choke out your crop.Boiling water is a great method of killing weeds via the roots, making them more difficult to grow. This is a great choice for small patches of weeds, or in the event that you don't have time to manually pull them!Add Organic MatterSoil organic matter, which is made up of decaying animal and plant material, enhances the structure, aeration, water-holding capacity and the penetration of roots into garden soil. It also feeds many microorganisms that create an ecosystem that is healthy in soil.Garden soil that has too little organic matter clumps together and forms clay-like clods which hinder the flow of nutrients and water. Organic matter can bind soil particles to form porous granules or crumbs that encourage air and water to move through the soil. Organic matter is able absorb and store nutrients as well as retain moisture (humus can hold up to 90% of its weight in liquid). It also provides a place for good organisms which decompose plants, weeds, and other harmful organisms.The addition of organic material can benefit all kinds of garden soil, but is especially important for clay and sandy soils. Organic material increases the ability of soils made of clay to hold and release water and nutrients and also helps to loosen and aerate clay soils.The most beneficial organic matter comes from plants and animals that are mostly carbon-based. Coffee grounds, banana peels, and grass clippings are all suitable for use. You can add them to your compost pile, where they'll add organic matter and feed earthworms that in turn will aerate and fertilise your garden soil. You can also purchase bags of amendments like peat moss or composted manure. Fines of pine bark are another alternative.Before planting every season add organic matter to your soil. Apply unfinished, raw organic matter, such as raw manure, rotten leaves, or compost to the soil a month prior to the date you plan to plant so it can break down and become available to your plants. Work in 1 to 2 inches of material if your soil is extremely sandy or heavy clay and a little less if the soil is fertile and loamy.Don't Forget To EnjoyA garden is a place where you can find adventure and beauty and beauty, not just for purpose of eating food. Nothing is more satisfying than watching something grow from seeds, or consuming delicious food straight from your yard. Be open to new ideas and awe in your  garden ing and you'll be able to enjoy your garden for generations.As a reward for completing Kitchen Tasks within your Village (Zone) You can receive Sabethe's Secrets of Gardening. It gives an buff that aids in your gardening.