2UCS101 ACADEMIC WRITING AND LEARNINGIntan Nurbaizurra binti
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QUESTION 2: ( Process Analysis Essay )
How to plant a garden.
Write an essay of not less than 500 words on the above
topics.Flower gardening is an absolutely wonderful hobby for
millions of people especially for ladies. Commonly, avid gardeners
like planting flower seeds all over their yards, gardens, flower
beds, and in fields. We ought to think of just a few dozen types of
flowers that we typically grow but actually, there are hundreds, if
not thousands, of different varieties. Each species may have dozens
of varieties .Its such a good news for the gardeners who like to
try and grow new and unique varieties. Gardening is much easier
than it seems. To begin gardening, what you need is to purchase a
potted flower. You can easily get it at a retail store or a
greenhouse or maybe from someone that you know. First of all, look
over the plant well before purchase it, though, to make sure it
doesnt have pests and the flower is healthy and vigorous. If a
plant is wilted and has a lot of yellowed leaves, its best to look
for a better specimen. You also have to check the label to ensure
that youre buying a plant that suitable with the climate zone.
Secondly, is the planting area. You have to choose your planting
area according to the sun or shade requirements of the plant you
purchased. Work the soil to a depth of at least 12-18 inches all
around the planting area. If the soil is too hard or dry, you can
amend it with peat moss, commercially bagged soil or compost to
improve the texture. Powdery or extremely sandy soil may too fine
or porous to hold water. The other extreme is heavy clay that holds
too much water and can smother the roots. What you need are soil
that is crumbly and soft. Next step, is the crucial part. You need
to dig a hole, about twice as large as the diameter of the flower's
pot. If the plant is root bound take a sharp garden knife and slit
the side of the root from top to bottom on at least four sides,
also slicing off the bottom of the root if it, too, tangled with
roots. Place the plant in the center of the hole. Now, comes the
hard part. If the roots are loose, spread the roots gently under
and around the plant. Spread a layer of loose dirt around the base
of the root. With your garden hose or bucket, add enough water to
cover the dirt. Add another layer of dirt to the hole and more
water to cover. Repeat until enough soil has been added to the
hole. The soil may be soft and muddy. Let it sit for a bit until
the water drains down, and then press down all around the edge of
the root ball with your fist or your foot until the plant is
tightly held in the hole. Then add dirt up to the point on the stem
of the plant where its natural soil line would be. Do not add dirt
above the soil line or the plant's roots may not survive. Press
down again all around the root. Mulch the plant to a depth of about
two inches with a good dense mulch, about two inches out from the
stem to the edge of the outer leaves or branches. Don't mulch right
next to the stem to reduce the possibility of insect or rodent
activity. Press down again all around. To test whether the plant is
securely in the hole, grab it at its base and gently tug. If the
plant comes loose or wiggles around, you haven't packed the soil
tightly enough. If it holds firm, the plant is situated correctly.
Last but not least, you can add fertilizer if you want your plant
to flower more vigorously. There are products that boost root
growth that you can add at the time of planting. Make sure you read
the label carefully for the appropriate dose and be sure not to
over fertilize, which can burn the plant roots. Finally, Water your
plant periodically every three or four days or so if you find that
the soil is becoming dry. Remember! Don't overwater because that
can drown the roots.In the end, with the little help of sun, warmth
and the plants own energy will do all the work on out with just a
little help from you because whats important is your garden is your
satisfaction!
