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My Beautiful Garden
Did you know that in the Latvian A2 language courses, there is an entire section dedicated to learning vocabulary related to gardening? This learning module is called My Beautiful Garden (Mans skaistais dārzs). In previous blog posts, we talked about growing different things at home, like tomatoes on your windowsill. If you haven’t read about it, check out the blog post here. Since spring is approaching again, and in spring, we naturally want to see plants growing and blooming, let’s talk once more about how to set up your garden.
You already know our friends Laura and Jānis from the course video recordings, and they, too, want to start a garden this spring. As we all know, planning is key—buying seeds, preparing the soil, setting up the garden, and sowing vegetables.
But before we rush to buy seeds, we need to decide what we actually want to grow. This year, I plan to plant tomatoes, carrots, cucumbers, pumpkins, and peas. To decide what to grow, you need to find a balance between your desires and possibilities. If you don’t have a garden yet, think about what you can grow on your windowsill. If you have a small garden, consider how much time you want to dedicate to it, how much space you have, and, most importantly, what will bring you joy.
I’ve heard people say that you should only plant things you like to eat. But what about flowers? They can bring you joy too, and not everything has to be practical. You should grow what makes you happy.
Once you’ve decided what to plant, you’ll also need the right equipment. You’ll need a shovel, a watering can, a bucket, and possibly even a raised garden bed. Keep in mind that Latvia’s weather can be quite unpredictable, so some plants, like tomatoes, will thrive better in a greenhouse. Don’t have a greenhouse? Don’t worry! Covering your plants with plastic on colder nights can create a similar effect and protect them from frost.
So, are you ready to start sowing and planting this spring? Don’t forget to practice using your newly learned vocabulary in the A2 course My Beautiful Garden—and go for it!
Share a picture in the comments of what has already started sprouting on your windowsill!
Good luck!
My Beautiful Garden
Did you know that in the Latvian A2 language courses, there is an entire section dedicated to learning vocabulary related to gardening? This learning module is called My Beautiful Garden (Mans skaistais dārzs). In previous blog posts, we talked about growing different things at home, like tomatoes on your windowsill. If you haven’t read about it, check out the blog post here. Since spring is approaching again, and in spring, we naturally want to see plants growing and blooming, let’s talk once more about how to set up your garden.
You already know our friends Laura and Jānis from the course video recordings, and they, too, want to start a garden this spring. As we all know, planning is key—buying seeds, preparing the soil, setting up the garden, and sowing vegetables.
But before we rush to buy seeds, we need to decide what we actually want to grow. This year, I plan to plant tomatoes, carrots, cucumbers, pumpkins, and peas. To decide what to grow, you need to find a balance between your desires and possibilities. If you don’t have a garden yet, think about what you can grow on your windowsill. If you have a small garden, consider how much time you want to dedicate to it, how much space you have, and, most importantly, what will bring you joy.
I’ve heard people say that you should only plant things you like to eat. But what about flowers? They can bring you joy too, and not everything has to be practical. You should grow what makes you happy.
Once you’ve decided what to plant, you’ll also need the right equipment. You’ll need a shovel, a watering can, a bucket, and possibly even a raised garden bed. Keep in mind that Latvia’s weather can be quite unpredictable, so some plants, like tomatoes, will thrive better in a greenhouse. Don’t have a greenhouse? Don’t worry! Covering your plants with plastic on colder nights can create a similar effect and protect them from frost.
So, are you ready to start sowing and planting this spring? Don’t forget to practice using your newly learned vocabulary in the A2 course My Beautiful Garden—and go for it!
Share a picture in the comments of what has already started sprouting on your windowsill!
Good luck!