Recently I shifted to my new bungalow and had to prepare the ground to create a new garden. First the whole area was dug up and pebbles and stones were removed. As the area had more sandy soil I had to mix it with clay soil. Sandy soils are mostly useless as they don’t hold water for the plant. I also wanted some firm ground to build a wooden gazebo too.
Along with it compost and organic material was added to hold nutrients and water within the soil. The pH value of the soil is another important factor in determining the growth of the flowering plants. I was told by a gardener who was an expert to use annuals for planting rather than perennials during the first year so that one doesn’t have to disturb the permanent plants. It took me some time to have a full fledged garden. I placed flat terracotta vessels with water inside it on stands in the garden. Early in the morning the birds would visit and take a dip in the vessel or would sometimes drink water from it. Now I love to spend time in my garden.