National Weed Your Garden Day

Rajnandini Roychoudhury
Dec 22, 2023 By Rajnandini Roychoudhury
Originally Published on Feb 21, 2022
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Take up weeding on National Weed Your Garden Day!

Where is National Weed Your Garden Day celebrated?

National Weed Your Garden Day is celebrated in the United States.

Who is National Weed Your Garden Day celebrated by?

National Weed Your Garden Day is celebrated by professional and home gardeners.

When did National Weed Your Garden Day first start?

National Weed Your Garden Day is celebrated every year on June 13. No one knows when this day started.

Who started National Weed Your Garden Day?

National Weed Your Garden Day's origins are unknown.

History And Timeline

National Weed Your Garden Day spreads awareness about weeding.

Gardening Begins

In the United States, Spanish people brought plants from West Indies and planted them in Florida.

1565

Botanical Garden

The oldest botanical garden was established in Philadelphia by John Bartram.

1728

Commercial Nursery

The first commercial nursery was built by Robert Prince in New York.

1737

Lawn Mowing Begins

An engineer from England, Edwin Beard Budding, invents the lawnmower.

1830

Silent Spring

Rachel Carson, a biologist and conservationist, wrote a book on the harmful effects of pesticides on the environment.

1962

Traditions And Customs

National Weed Your Garden Day has no set traditions.

Ways To Celebrate National Weed Your Garden Day

National Weed Your Garden Day is best observed by bringing out your shovels and other garden tools for weeding. Get your family involved and spend a day weeding and planting in your garden. Weeds don't just take up your planting space but also release chemicals that stop your young plants from growing.

Facts And Stats

  • Based on the physical structure, weeds can be classified into broadleaf and grassy weeds. Read more such facts about weed on National Weed Your Garden Day.
  • On this day, you can take help from your gardener for some gardening tips on keeping gardens healthy and weed-free.
  • A fun fact to know on this National Weed Your Garden Day is that 10 million seeds come from a weed on average.

How do you grow a weed-free garden?

Growing a weed-free garden requires constant effort. It would help if you were on your toes with weeds. The moment you spot them, remove them using the correct technique.

Before starting gardening, make sure to till the soil to remove the weed seeds lying dormant in the soil. To prevent weed seeds from germinating, you can cover the soil with mulch such as tree bark or shredded leaves. The mulch will prevent sunlight from reaching the soil, hence stunting weed growth.

What is the significance of National Weed Your Garden Day?

National Weed Your Garden Day is an important day that highlights the need to prune gardens and remove invasive weeds. 

How is National Weed Your Garden Day different from National Gardening Day?

National Weed Your Garden Day focuses on eradicating weed growth, while National Gardening Day is celebrated to honor planting. Although on National Gardening Day, gardeners are likely to give you weeding tips as well. 

Does salt stop weeds from growing?

Yes, salt can stop weeds from growing in your garden. This inexpensive solution, if used regularly, tends to dehydrate the weeds. However, do not overdo this step as it can disrupt the soil conditions. Try a 3:1 ratio of mixing water with rock or table salt. For increased effectiveness, add a dash of vinegar to the mixture. 

What are the worst weeds to get rid of?

Some gardeners have a tough time controlling certain weeds. These include wild violet, bindweed, ground ivy, Canada thistles, crabgrass, ground elder, clover, and couch grass. 

When Is This Day Celebrated

  • Friday, June 12, 2020
  • Saturday, June 12, 2021
  • Sunday, June 12, 2022
  • Monday, June 12, 2023
  • Wednesday, June 12, 2024

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Written by Rajnandini Roychoudhury

Bachelor of Arts specializing in English, Master of Arts specializing in English

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Rajnandini RoychoudhuryBachelor of Arts specializing in English, Master of Arts specializing in English

With a Master of Arts in English, Rajnandini has pursued her passion for the arts and has become an experienced content writer. She has worked with companies such as Writer's Zone and has had her writing skills recognized by publications such as The Telegraph. Rajnandini is also trilingual and enjoys various hobbies such as music, movies, travel, philanthropy, writing her blog, and reading classic British literature. 

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