1. Up-Keep in the Garden

2. Weeding  Weeds  All plants not intended to grow in the spot they are in  Should be removed to allow wanted plants to grow  Continual weeding is needed to keep area in good condition

3. Watering  Water based on plants needs  In the sun all day = daily watering  In part shade = daily watering  Shade = check soil for dampness, usually every few days  Each plant has its own water requirements

4. Transplanting  Moving plants from their current spot to a new area  New plants brought in  Plants are overgrown and need to be spread out  Change in the garden plan

5. Steps in Transplanting  Step 1  Prepare the new planting site.  Dig a hole  Mix the soil you removed with peat moss and fertilizer  Loosen the soil in the bottom of the hole with a rake  Step 2  Cut back the top growth  Water thoroughly to be sure all roots are wet

6. Steps in Transplanting  Step 3  Push your spade into the soil in a circle around the plant.  Step on the shovel with your foot and rock the handle back and forth to loosen the root ball.  Step 4  Go around the circle again, driving the shovel deeper into the soil  Rock the shovel back and forth to further loosen the root ball.

7. Steps in Transplanting  Step 5  Push the shovel into the same circle a third time, angling the shovel so that its blade cuts the soil under the root ball of the plant.  Step 6  Grasp the plant near its base and remove it from the ground.  Shake it a little to remove any loose bits of soil from the roots.

8. Steps in transplanting  Step 7  Place the root ball into the prepared hole.  Gently spread the roots out from the base toward the perimeter of the planting hole.  Step 8  Back fill the hole with the improved soil.  Firm it down gently but firmly with your foot as you go.

9. Steps in Transplanting  Step 9  Water the transplanted plant.  Set a hose with a small trickle of water near the base of the plant.  Step 10  Spread fertilizer the help the plant grow.