Be careful when buying garden supplies in garden centers in winter: what to be wary of

20.01.2024 15:47

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An experienced gardener prefers to plan plantings in winter and therefore he can go to the store even in January or February.

But is it possible to buy planting material now and is the product of high quality?

We suggest you look into the issue of which goods you should postpone purchasing.

Let us turn to the recommendations of the expert of the online publication Belnovosti and agronomist Anastasia Kovrizhnykh.

What shouldn't you buy for your summer house in winter?

Here are some tips:
Fertilizers. When there are frosts, it is better to buy only bulk substances.
Plant protection products. It is better not to buy some types of pesticides in winter, as storage rules may not be followed.
Perennial seedlings. You will have to spend a lot of effort to ensure normal storage conditions until spring.
Garden equipment. Buy only in stores that can provide a long-term guarantee.
Watering material. You won't be able to check its integrity in winter.
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Dmitry Liskovich Author: Dmitry Liskovich Internet resource editor

Anastasia Kovrizhnykh Expert: Anastasia KovrizhnykhExpert / Belnovosti