If your compost pile steams on cold mornings, then you're on the right track. The warmer your compost is, the better it's breaking down the organic components in it, sterilizing any weed seeds and fungal spores, and keeping small pests away. … [Read more...]
Quick Tip: Use the Right Soil for Container Gardening
Container gardening is an excellent option when gardening space is limited (or when your natural soil isn't up to snuff), and it's simple enough to apply organic principles to the effort. However, you need to be aware of certain factors if you want to maximize your success, … [Read more...]
Gardening Quick Tip: How to Get Your Vitamin D
Vitamin D (also known as calciferol) is essential for regulating optimal blood pressure levels, enhancing muscular strength, supporting kidney function and the immune response, and maintaining healthy teeth and bones. Oddly enough, however, it's one of the few essential vitamins … [Read more...]
Quick Tip: To Compost, or Not to Compost?
Although maintaining a compost pile is an excellent way to responsibly recycle organic materials, there are some things that you should never try to compost. … [Read more...]
How to Plant Tomatoes for a Stronger, Healthier Plant
Growing tomatoes in your garden requires a conducive environment. All the more so, if you plan to have a bumper crop this year. You’ll want to have a few tricks up your sleeve. So when it’s time to plant tomatoes, planting them is already within your field of … [Read more...]
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