How to Grow a Great Garden This Year in Northern Colorado

Spring is in full swing, and despite a few chilly days and a little snow, it has been a pretty warm spring so far this year. This makes it great to get outdoors, do some yard work, and start your spring garden a little bit sooner this year than in previous years. Many people enjoy gardening. It takes a lot of work, dedication, commitment, and consistency, but it all pays off when your garden is beautiful, and you have fresh food you grew on your own. How many homes enjoy gardening in Colorado, and what are the biggest concerns to worry about in the area when attempting a garden for the first time or trying a new one for the year? 

Gardening in Northern Colorado

Have you ever wanted to garden but don't know where to start? Many people want to garden, but not everyone does it for one reason or another. According to a recent study from modernpest.com, 91 percent of homeowners admit to planning to garden in some form this year. There are different types of gardens, but what are the most common? According to the study, 68 percent plan to do a vegetable garden, 68 percent plan to do flowers, 42 percent plan to do herbs, and 31 percent plan to do fruit. For those thinking that gardening is only for a certain gender or generation, 92 percent of women plan to garden, and 89 percent of men plan to do so as well. In terms of generations, 92 percent of millennials plan to garden, and 86 percent of Gen Z plan to do so. 

Biggest Gardening Concerns in Northern Colorado

When it comes to gardening, so many things can go wrong. If you forget to water for a few days, if it doesn't rain enough, animals get to your plants, vegetables, or fruit, or pests get to them, it can be the end of your garden. According to the survey, 43 percent of gardeners say their biggest concern is chipmunks and squirrels, with 36 percent saying aphids are their biggest concern, and 36 percent saying rabbits are their biggest concern. There are some things to know that you may not be aware of when gardening this year, and you wouldn't be alone. According to the survey, 63 percent are not aware that spots and powder on leaves mean pests, 57 percent didn't know eggs underneath leaves mean pests, 56 percent didn't know mulch can bring pests into the home, and 18 percent didn't know holes on leaves mean pests. 

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For more on what you should know and look to avoid this year in your garden, make sure to click the link in the second paragraph above. As the weather warms up and you begin your garden this spring, make sure to keep your eyes open for certain things, and ask other gardeners for advice if you need it, as plenty of homeowners in the area will be gardening as well this year in Northern Colorado.