You may have heard about “drainage holes” to do planter boxes. What is that and how will they help me plant my garden bed? First let’s start by covering some of the basics. A drainage hole is a small depression or cut in your raised garden bed.
It doesn’t take much to build good drainage holes, you don’t need to be a rocket scientist. There are many different ways you can do it and you won’t break the bank either. A simple method is to use some good quality peat moss to fill in any “valleys”. You do not have to go out and buy a huge pile of peat moss. A medium-sized piece will work just fine.
There are many other ways to use good drainage, for example adding a layer of sand to your raised beds. This will provide excellent drainage. Another method is to add some organic material to your soil. This could be shredded paper, leaves or branches. Don’t be afraid to mix some peat moss into your soil-less media as well. All of these methods are very effective at providing excellent drainage for planters and pots.
The first thing you should know is that a lot of “greenhouses” and commercial growers make the mistake of thinking that good drainage means standing water in your soil. Well, that is true but what good drainage really means is that your soil-less media provide the proper conditions for soil bacteria to do its job. These bacteria are what helps to break down waste in the soil. These bacteria break down the waste, breaking it down so that it does not get bogged down deep into the layers of your soil-less media.
Now, many people believe that adding peat moss to your soil-less layers will speed up this process. It will, but only if it is mixed in with the soil before you plant anything. If you do plan to use peat moss, then it is best that you place it after you have planted your seed. Adding peat moss right after you plant will make it harder for the bacteria to do their work, thus slowing down the breakdown of your soils layers. But, if you have already placed your peat moss, then you can simply wait until the soil around the peat moss has settled and the bacteria have started working.
Using good drainage holes is an important part of properly using your planter boxes. Many people don’t realize the importance of using these holes when planning and planting their gardens. If you properly prepare and plan your garden using good drainage holes, then you can guarantee that your pots and planter boxes will not hold water from the rain.
But, how can you ensure that your pots and planters are properly set up for whatever type of gardening you plan on doing? First, you should make sure that your soil drainage holes are dug before you plant anything. This ensures that water will drain away from your plants, keeping them nice and dry. Most importantly, however, it allows your plants to get all the nutrients that they need to grow, as water is one of the most important requirements for any plant, vegetable or flower.
When it comes to planter boxes and raised beds, proper drainage is the key to a successful garden. Without it, you can bet that you will have problems with roots rotting, excess water sitting on the roots and plant fungus. Root rot can be devastating, no matter how much time you spend in the garden, waiting for it to go away. Fortunately, you can prevent root rot with this simple step.