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In areas with harsher
climates there is a much reduced selection of
plants that can grow naturally. Growing a wide
selection of plants in these climates can be
quite a challenge for even the best gardeners.
Some people try to use just about every type of
fertilizer and chemical enhancement to solve the
problems created by nature in their location.
While many people have found this a workable
solution, it is not the right answer for those
looking for a natural solution to the problem.
Many people are especially wary about using
chemicals and man made fertilizers when it comes
to growing fruits and vegetables.
A good option for those looking for a more
natural solution is to create a micro climate
for each type of plant you will be using. Each
plant will require its own combination of
sunlight, water, wind factors, and shade. While
it is sometimes challenging to control all these
factors when done right it can make a plant feel
as if it is growing in the perfect environment.
Different techniques can be used to create these
micro climates including shading umbrellas, wind
barriers, varying amounts of compost, and the
amount of moisture added to the soil.
You should create a detailed plan prior to
beginning your work with micro climates. Your
first step is to locate a good shade tree or
bush that will grow quickly in your climate. One
way to find the perfect tree or bush it to see
what type of plants just pop up on their own in
undeveloped areas. This will give you a key to
which plants will not require much care on your
part.
Those people with fences around their yard
already have large areas of shade available. You
can create the perfect shading micro climate by
combining the shade of the fence with a nice
bush strategically planted to shade the plant
during the time of day when the fence does not
provide shade. Fragile plants will also benefit
from the wind protection provided by fences.
By creating this shaded area you have just
created your first micro climate. You can now
find a plant that will benefit from the shade
provided. From there you can select even more
delicate plants that are known to thrive in
cooler climates. You will have a lot more
choices now that you have created the ideal
environment.
You can give this new plant added moisture by
installing a small pond or water fixture. The
process of evaporation will naturally ensure
that the plant next to the water gets more
moisture. While installing a water feature may
seem like a waste of water, the water is really
being put to good use providing extra moisture
for your plant. Think of it as indirect
watering. Most water features will also be a
nice aesthetic addition to your garden
landscape.
The set up for each garden will need to be
determined by the individual goals of that
gardener. Ideally each type of plant you would
like in your garden should be researched so you
know what type of micro climate to provide. Find
out what climate zone it thrives in and think
about how you could make that happen in your
garden. While it will take some careful
planning, you will almost always be able to
create the perfect climate for that plant.
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