{"id":1780,"date":"2023-08-02T11:49:28","date_gmt":"2023-08-02T11:49:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/plantora.app\/blog\/?p=1780"},"modified":"2023-09-25T16:26:56","modified_gmt":"2023-09-25T10:56:56","slug":"terrace-garden","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/plantora.app\/blog\/terrace-garden\/","title":{"rendered":"Terrace Gardening 101: Best Tips to Start Terrace Garden"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” bottom_margin=”220″ column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” sticky_content=”true” sticky_content_functionality=”js” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/4″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default” offset=”vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column][vc_column left_padding_desktop=”10″ right_padding_desktop=”40″ right_padding_tablet=”0″ right_padding_phone=”0″ top_margin=”-220″ top_margin_tablet=”-170″ top_margin_phone=”-135″ column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” el_class=”text_block_wrapper” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”3\/4″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”advanced” gradient_type=”default” offset=”vc_col-lg-9 vc_col-md-12″][image_with_animation image_url=”1782″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695638839477{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]Terrace gardening is the perfect choice to turn your dull and empty-looking terrace into a beautiful portrayal of nature. This hobby can bring you one step closer to nature and help you utilize unused space in the best way possible. A terrace garden is a rising choice in many urban places where people don\u2019t have much space to create a garden.<\/p>\n

Gardening<\/a> is easy but terrace gardening can be a bit complicated. However, if you are familiar with the basics of gardening then it\u2019ll be no problem for you to create your own terrace garden. So let\u2019s take a look at some tips to make a terrace garden-[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1690976803392{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]\n

1. Check the Strength of your Roof:<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”1784″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1690972269448{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]Before you start planning a terrace garden you need to check the strength of your roof. If your roof can not sustain the plants then it can cause damage to the building. Therefore, you need to check the strength of your roof and for that, you can hire an expert to give you a piece of good advice. You can also add a layer of sand and cement to your roof or opt for normal waterproofing for a budget-friendly option.<\/p>\n

Choosing the right and strong place is essential for terrace gardens so as to not cause any harm to the building and plants.
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2. Monitor the Environment:<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”1789″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1690972304804{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]Once you\u2019ve made your roof strong, the next step is to figure out some important factors such as the amount of sunlight, temperature, and wind patterns of your roof. These are some important factors that will help you select the type of plants you can grow in your terrace garden.
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3. Choose between Pots and Soil Patches:<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”1785″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695638942556{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]You can grow plants in both pots and soil patches but for your terrace garden, you need to select one of them. For beginners, it is recommended to go for potted plants as they are easy to maintain. But if you opt for soil patches the first thing you need to do is to waterproof the roof. Waterproofing the roof is very necessary for terrace gardening and it\u2019s a one-time thing only.<\/p>\n

Though waterproofing the roof is also important even if you add potted plants to your terrace garden. Potted plants<\/a> do provide more benefits than soil patches as they are easy to care for and can be shifted according to your need. They also cost less.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1690972369084{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]\n

4. Select the right Plants:<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”1786″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1690976372958{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]Many factors such as water requirements, type of soil, and area can affect the choices of plants for your terrace garden. Apart from these the most important thing to consider is the sunlight requirement of the plants in your terrace garden. So get to know about the light requirement<\/a> for each of your plants. Create a shed using nets to provide shade to the plants with less light requirement.<\/p>\n

Another good suggestion would be to group the plants with more light requirements together. This will also help you in watering the plants.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1690972406300{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]\n

5. Watering:<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”1788″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1690972424567{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]Once you\u2019ve selected the plants for your terrace garden. The next step is to water them and for that, you need to have a water source on your roof. It is not possible to carry buckets full of water every time you need to water your plants. So it is suggested to install a pump or tap through which you can easily fetch water for your plants easily. Create a watering schedule for your plants and as the plants in a terrace garden tend to dry out frequently due to high winds and sunlight it is recommended to use a drip irrigation system to conserve water. It will also eliminate the need to water plants regularly.
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6. Protect your Plants:<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”1787″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1690976697338{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]No matter where you grow plants, pests and diseases<\/a> will find a way to harm them. The same is the case with terrace gardening, in terrace gardens also you need to protect your plants. Keep a regular check on your plants as the plants in a terrace garden are out of our view so there are more chances to overlook any signs of pest or disease infections. And not only pests and diseases, but birds can also damage the plants. For this, it is recommended to use nets or windbreakers as they can also protect the plants from harsh sunlight and strong winds.<\/p>\n

If your plants are infected with any disease or pest then rely on natural remedies such as neem oil instead of pesticides and fertilizers.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1690972513687{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]\n

Advantages and Disadvantages of a Terrace Garden:<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695639058896{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]Terrace garden is indeed a great choice for many but it also comes with it’s challenges and problems. So let\u2019s have a look at its pros and cons-<\/p>\n

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