1. Choosing the site The growth of the plants depends on the site and richness of the soil. In choosing a garden spot, look for a well-drained area because plants need water, which they absorb from the soil through their roots.
The soil should also be rich in minerals that plants need. A garden site should receive the proper amount of sunlight for the plants to grow well. It should be leveled or gently sloping. A steep slope is difficult for plants to be cared for. In addition, water running down the slope may carry away topsoil and seeds.
2. Selecting the Plants Select plants that are suitable for the soil and climate of the region. Crops like cauliflower, lettuce, Baguio bean, carrot, sugar beat, and potato grow best in the rich soil and cold climate of Baguio. Sweet potato, native pechay , cassava, and onion are easily cultivated in the lowlands. To make sure that the crops are of good quality, choose mature, clean, and healthy seeds. Farmers usually dry and keep good quality seeds for the next planting in order to have a good harvest.
3. Sketching a Garden Plan on paper to avoid mistakes in planting. In making a plan, be sure that all the plants have enough room around them. Different kinds of plants need different amounts of space to grow well. To make a flower garden look appealing informal, plan to group flowers of the same kind in irregularly shaped clusters.
If the garden will be backed by the fence or wall, plant tall flowers at the back of the bed, medium-sized flowers in the center of the bed, and short flowers in the front of the bed.
4. Analyzing the Soil If the garden soil looks and feels either heavy and clayey or light and sandy, the texture needs to be enhanced. Add to the soil some organic matter like decayed plants or animal material. The organic matter will loosen heavy, clayey soil so that air can reach the plant roots.
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navigating q&a sessions Know your material in advance Anticipate common questions Rehearse your responses Maintaining composure during the Q&A session is essential for projecting confidence and authority. Consider the following tips for staying composed: Stay calm Actively listen Pause and reflect Maintain eye contact 9
speaking impact Your ability to communicate effectively will leave a lasting impact on your audience Effectively communicating involves not only delivering a message but also resonating with the experiences, values, and emotions of those listening
speaking impact Learn to infuse energy into your delivery to leave a lasting impression One of the goals of effective communication is to motivate your audience METRIC MEASUREMENT TARGET ACTUAL Audience attendance # of attendees 150 120 Engagement duration Minutes 60 75 Q&A interaction # of questions 10 15 Positive feedback Percentage (%) 90 95 Rate of information retention Percentage (%) 80 85 11
final tips & takeaways CONSISTENT REHEARSAL Strengthen your familiarity REFINE DELIVERY STYLE Pacing, tone, and emphasis TIMING AND TRANSITIONS Aim for seamless, professional delivery PRACTICE AUDIENCE Enlist colleagues to listen & provide feedback Seek feedback Reflect on performance Explore new techniques Set personal goals Iterate and adapt 12