Gardeners who find themselves in Thailand are often a little confused about the best ways to ensure a healthy and successful Thai tropical garden. Below are just a few tips that can help you to grow and care for your plants in Thailand.
Soil – the fertility of the soil of your garden is very important. Some advice on the best soil compositions can be found here; plants in a tropical climate require well-drained soil; ensure that the soil throughout your Thai garden is able to retain moisture for long periods after watering.
Fertilisers – nitrogen fertilizers should not be overused on your tropical flowers and plants as this can stunt normal healthy growth. Fertilisers containing phosphorus and potash are also recommended for tropical plants.
Manure – Tropical plants love manure, but because of the heat, organic manure decomposes easily and so plants often do not derive as many nutrients from the manure as they would in more temperate climes. Therefore, use manure in less quantity but with more frequency.
Human urine – this is beneficial for growth of many tropical plants. If stored a few days, urine can be used as a manure source due to its high nitrogen and mineral content. It can be mixed with water, and poured directly onto the soil.
Shaded regions – If you are having trouble growing plants successfully in open outdoor areas, it may be worth introducing some form of shaded regions for your garden, either through adding trees or by building other forms of garden feature. Check with your local plant suppliers for the optimum conditions for growth with specific plants.
If you need advice on your Thai garden or landscape, feel free to contact Pornchai Garden.
