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22nd September 2009
Having compost on hand is extremely beneficial for your herb garden, and for any garden. If you are disciplined in turning your compost pile regularly, you should have rich compost to add to your garden in no time. Adding compost to your garden soil wil... Read >
Author: Mark Perlik18th September 2009
If you have organic waste, you can use the composting method to recycle it. How this works is the worms consume the waste. After they have eaten it, it can be used to fertilize a garden. The best things to use are food waste from fruit and vegetables. ... Read >
Author: Maryleena15th September 2009
Fishing with nightcrawlers for fish species such as walleye, bass and trout is quite common. The trouble is you need lots and lots of nightcrawlers or worms to fish for these species. If you are a avid walleye fisherman you know what i mean. You are const... Read >
Author: Mark Fleagle11th September 2009
If you are thinking about making your own compost you need to know what to expect. There are a few basics that need to be followed to successfully have the compost develop correctly. Once you know what to do and how long it takes then making compost is ea... Read >
Author: Fred Myers02nd September 2009
Many people who maintain gardens have a large amount of organic waste, from grass clippings to leaves and dead plants. Unfortunately, many waste money and time having these wastes transported to a landfill. It isn’t just a waste of good compost; it’s ... Read >
Author: Robert Bell15th August 2009
Knowing how to make compost cheaply is a crucial element in the success of any horticultural adventure. For many, the thought of actually constructing or even buying a compost bin is a daunting challenge.
For those of us who know little about gardenin... Read >
Author: Bob Alexander25th July 2009
Unsure if having your own source of fresh free range organic eggs is for you? Read on to find out great advantages for you and your family. There are some great benefits that you need to know about when thinking about hen houses : Folks who build their... Read >
Author: Aubrey Holloway06th July 2009
Composting gives you the ultimate fertilizer, and it’s all free. Here are a few tips for producing perfect compost within a few short weeks.
Turn your pile every few days to once a week. A compost pile has to be turned every few days to get it aerate... Read >
Author: Geoff Wolfenden06th July 2009
The growing concern about environmental issues and unhealthy soil has induced extensive use of compost in agriculture. There are compelling reasons that make compost a better alternative to support agricultural crops production, increase yields and enrich... Read >
Author: fshelend05th July 2009
Black walnuts are beautiful trees. But for gardeners, they can be a curse—black walnuts are highly poisonous to other plants.
Black walnuts release juglone, a toxic substance that can stop the respiratory processes of most plants, into the soil. The... Read >
Author: Geoff Wolfenden15th June 2009
No digging is one of the best things about lasagna gardening is how easy it is. The first layer of your lasagna garden consists of either brown corrugated cardboard or three layers of newspaper laid directly on top of the grass or weeds in the area you've... Read >
Author: Timothy Samuel15th June 2009
No digging is one of the best things about lasagna gardening is how easy it is. The first layer of your lasagna garden consists of either brown corrugated cardboard or three layers of newspaper laid directly on top of the grass or weeds in the area you've... Read >
Author: Timothy Samuel11th June 2009
If we could garden without any interference from the pests which attack plants, then indeed gardening would be a simple matter. But all the time we must watch out for these little foes little in size, but tremendous in the havoc they make.
As human ill... Read >
Author: suegold04th June 2009
Organic is now a word with so many 'green' and 'Environmentally Friendly' connotations. More people are growing their own food and creating their own garden compost. But It is often confusing as to what organic composting actually is and how we should b... Read >
Author: Lec Watkins01st June 2009
Composting is the process of organic material breaking down. The process of breaking down is more commonly known as decomposing. There is an entire ecosystem of earthly creatures, some you can see like worms, and many you can not like bacteria, that are... Read >
Author: Mike Podlesny29th May 2009
There are so many horror stories from novice and experienced gardeners about using an incorrect soil mixture for their garden planters and containers. Here is the best advice that we have culled from many sources, especially from those growers that speci... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer14th May 2009
Gardens are becoming more popular as the economy continues tracking downward and people look for ways to trim their expenses. Composting is a major component to successfully increasing crop yields and minimizing material that ends up on landfills. If you ... Read >
Author: Montgomery Emerson11th May 2009
One of the most common problems that most people bump into when composting is how to move their kitchen waste from the kitchen to the compost. Even more challenging is the quandary of what to do with the kitchen compost between collecting it and getting i... Read >
Author: ferd200908th May 2009
There are so many horror stories from novice and experienced gardeners about using an incorrect soil mixture for their garden planters and containers. Here is the best advice that we have culled from many sources, especially from those growers that speci... Read >
Author: planterlady08th May 2009
With the increasing urgency of environmental issues - from climate change and energy shortages to waste disposal and water conservation - the more you can educate today’s younger generations, the better. After all, as today’s youngsters mature into ad... Read >
Author: Vicky Cochrane07th May 2009
Building compost can be a wonderful way to produce rich, organic fertilizer that can be employed in all of your home gardening projects. A fantastic way of recycling waste from your yard and from your household is by building compost.
Once you have yo... Read >
Author: ferd200927th April 2009
Gardeners who recycle garden waste and kitchen scraps enjoy good quality free compost. But, sometimes it can seem to take a while for that garden compost to be created. Maybe then its time for the addition of a compost accelerator.
Whether or not you... Read >
Author: Lec Watkins22nd April 2009
Most gardeners understand that recycling garden waste and kitchen scraps is a great idea. But lots of people worry about how long the whole process will take. The length of time it takes to make garden compost really depends on what kind of gardencompos... Read >
Author: Lec Watkins16th April 2009
Organic gardening can be a great way to save some extra money in your budget. Imagine cutting your grocery bill in half or more! With a little planning and preparation, this is easy to achieve. In this article I will give you an idea of how much effort is... Read >
Author: Jason09th April 2009
by Fern Marshall Bradley and Trevor Cole,
Editors of The All-New Illustrated Guide to Gardening: Planning - Selection - Propagation - Organic Solutions
Keeping the Ground Clear of Weeds
Begin weeding as soon as growth appears. Neglecting the job only... Read >
Author: FSB Authors09th April 2009
Your outdoor plants have worked hard for you all summer, making your yard a place you're proud to call home. Properly winterizing your lawn and garden is an important step toward healthy soil, lush grass, and happy plants next year. Remember to take care ... Read >
Author: Jeffrey Seymour03rd April 2009
Some perennial plants require staking every year, many as a necessity while others as only a matter of preference and others still simply need to be staked. Regardless of the reason it is never anyone’s favorite gardening chore. The process of achievi... Read >
Author: Ms. Eudora27th March 2009
The concept of composting has been around for quite a long time in the forests. Leaves fall to the forest floor, decompose, and their nutrients will be absorbed back into the trees through the roots. Farmers and Gardeners have been taking advantage of the... Read >
Author: Robert Bell25th March 2009
Hi again, I have now taken you through the in's and out's of building your first compost. Or have I. There is a lot you can know when it comes to compost. My goal is not to make you an authority on the subject, but to give you the knowledge to grow and us... Read >
Author: Robert Bell13th March 2009
Composting has been around for many years as an easy way to add nutrients to a garden, but the activity is also a great way to reduce the amount of waste that ends up in our landfills. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency reports that as much as 24% o... Read >
Author: Andy Asbury11th March 2009
With the costs of living rising all the time, it may be possible to save money and increase your family's health at the same time by growing vegetables in your backyard.
It's a good idea to choose your favourite vegetables to grow and plan beds for ea... Read >
Author: Jamey Sackville10th March 2009
If you have recently purchased a compost tumbler bin, let me be the first to say congratulations! You've just taken the first step toward aerobic composting. What is aerobic composting, you ask, and why is it so great? In this article, we'll explain ho... Read >
Author: Ellen Bell08th March 2009
I like to garden and really the only thing that frustrates me is the cold of winter because that means I can not be outside growing my vegetables, herbs and other plants. If you are thinking about getting into gardening here are some ideas and tips to ge... Read >
Author: Mike Podlesny03rd March 2009
The type of lawn mower that has become the standard is the rotary lawn mower. But the first lawn mowers were not rotary mowers, but rather reel lawn mowers. Edwin Budding invented the reel lawn mower in 1830.
Unlike the rotary mowers you're used to, r... Read >
Author: Jeffrey Seymour02nd March 2009
Spring is a busy time for gardeners. It's a time to prepare for the summer by pruning, cleaning and planting. It can be a lot of hard work, so make sure that you are only doing the those tasks that will give you the most benefits in your garden and your y... Read >
Author: RAMAN KUMAR SHARMA02nd March 2009
Have you heard of composting, but just aren't sure what it means? Not sure why how compost can benefit you? If you haven't started composting at home yet, now is the time! Home composting is more than just a growing trend among gardeners, it's a great ... Read >
Author: Ellen Bell26th February 2009
After years of tending the garden, I've learned that there are a few tricks that can help to prevent that most dreaded of all necessities--weed pulling. The best, and easiest, thing you can do is prevention.
When choosing a location for a flower bed... Read >
Author: joalesto20th February 2009
Composting Toilets are becoming more and more popular.
More of us are becoming aware of the insane amount of water we use every time we flush the Toilet. There is also the very important issue of waste. Everything we flush down the Toilet can be comp... Read >
Author: Dave Tee01st February 2009
Many people who maintain gardens have a large amount of organic waste, from grass clippings to leaves and dead plants. Unfortunately, many waste money and time having these wastes transported to a landfill. It isn't just a waste of good compost; it's a wa... Read >
Author: Josiah Smart20th January 2009
Wood ash from hardwoods is rich in potassium and contains significant amounts of calcium and other minerals. Ash from conifers may be similarly rich in potassium but contains little else. Wood ashes spread on the ground tend to lose their nutrients rapidl... Read >
Author: suegold16th January 2009
A stone path can lend a storybook feel to a woodland garden at the same time that it defines areas of the garden and provides access to your favorite bench and the compost pile. Be sure to make it wide enough for a wheelbarrow.
Cost: About $120 for a 2... Read >
Author: yxpweed05th January 2009
Some people see a glowing hot stream of lava and think: “Wow. Looks dangerous; I better keep away from that.” But another, more daring group says: “For more detail go to: www.cat-head-biscuit.com.Wow. I bet I could cook a chicken on that!”
That... Read >
Author: zsidhurenu30th December 2008
Garden advice isn't that tough to come by. In fact, you can get gardening advice from another gardener, in a gardening catalog, gardening books, gardening magazines, and even on the Internet. Although you'll have variations with all plant, there has som... Read >
Author: Lauren19th December 2008
Bacteria are the unsung heroes of gardening. Without bacteria, gardeners would not have the rich, loamy soil in which plants grow without bounds. Bacteria are single-celled organisms that chemically digest organic matter in soils into smaller nutrient c... Read >
Author: Casey Coke01st December 2008
Composting is an invaluable part of today’s green lifestyle. It also offers the satisfaction of receiving a gift of beautiful “brown gold”, nutrient rich soil, at the end of the process.
Studies have shown that individual home composting can div... Read >
Author: Peter O'Grady12th November 2008
Many pond owners face the un-enviable task of fighting aquatic weeds every year, particularly during the late Spring and Summer months. Different approaches are taken to combat these problem plants such as chemical treatments, manual removal or even hiri... Read >
Author: Casey Coke12th November 2008
Lasagna gardening is not related to what you will be growing with the method. It refers to the method of garden building, which is, essentially, adding different layers of organic substances that will "cook down" over time, resulting in nutritious, fluffy... Read >
Author: Dean Kingston10th November 2008
With the costs of living rising all the time, it may be possible to save money and increase your family's health at the same time by growing vegetables in your backyard.
It's a good idea to choose your favourite vegetables to grow and plan beds for ea... Read >
Author: Joey Simmons27th October 2008
Many people who maintain gardens have a large amount of organic waste, from grass clippings to leaves and dead plants. Unfortunately, many waste money and time having these wastes transported to a landfill. It isn't just a waste of good compost; it's a wa... Read >
Author: Jasper Sayer27th October 2008
If we could garden without any interference from the pests which attack plants, then indeed gardening would be a simple matter. But all the time we must watch out for these little foes little in size, but tremendous in the havoc they make.
As human il... Read >
Author: Jasper Sayer27th October 2008
If we could garden without any interference from the pests which attack plants, then indeed gardening would be a simple matter. But all the time we must watch out for these little foes little in size, but tremendous in the havoc they make.
As human il... Read >
Author: jamulco06th October 2008
Ruth Stout, who passed on in 2006 at a grand old age, left behind a rich legacy for gardeners. Ruth’s study highlighted aspects found in the world of nature, like the presence of a layer of mulch, as well as leaving the ground unbroken (in effect, lett... Read >
Author: jgraf29th September 2008
If you are engaged in any composting activity of sorts, you might find yourself encountering certain dangers. Composting is an activity that leads one closer to nature. But then, disasters can happen even on the road paved with good intentions. There are ... Read >
Author: Gargi25th August 2008
Soil is one of the most important parts of a successful, fruitful garden. If your soil is rocky, full of clay, or depleted of enough nutrients, you will not have healthy plants. Think about it, if a newborn baby was fed no nutrients from birth, would yo... Read >
Author: Samantha Asher22nd August 2008
By Mark J. Donovan
When the leaves have turned color and are beginning to fall off the trees it is time to prepare your garden for winter.
Winterizing your garden is an important step to ensuring a healthy garden next year.
Start winterizing you... Read >
Author: Mark Donovan17th August 2008
By Mark J. Donovan
If I was asked to put together a top 10 list of the worst inventions, a gas leaf blower would be near the top of my list.
A gas leaf blower is an extremely annoying and loud machine that provides little to no value to anyone, incl... Read >
Author: Mark Donovan16th August 2008
Most organic gardeners will quickly tell you that compost is a key ingredient in their gardens. Not only is compost one of the best ways to boost the quality of your soil and give your plants the rich nutrients they need to thrive, it’s also free, exce... Read >
Author: Richard H.09th June 2008
Felt paper, otherwise known as tar paper, is an underlayment that is used between the decking and shingles. There are two weights: #15 and #30. It is important to make sure that you use the weight of the paper that is recommended by the manufacturer. When... Read >
Author: Andy29th May 2008
In the world today there is a big problem. Pollution and the overcrowding dilemma of landfills are quickly making its way into every household. Recycling has become a very valuable way to help combat the landfill issue.
It is remarkably simple to do a... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON01st May 2008
Certainly there is a good deal of discussion and concern nowadays about organic products and also about defining the meaning of the term organic waste. Essentially, it is the byproduct of any material that is biological in origin. Common types of such was... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON28th April 2008
Building up sustainable soil for organic gardening starts right after the garden soil testing has been completed. The testing of the soil helps to identify the additional fertilizers and conditioners that can be added. When attempting to garden organicall... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON25th April 2008
One of the great things about organic waste is that with enough time and the right conditions it will decompose. But that should not be construed to mean that you can toss any kind of organic material onto your compost pile.
But recycling your yard wa... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON12th April 2008
There are many instances when homeowners choose not to get started with backyard composting because of the perception that it is hard to do correctly. In reality, you just need to collect the basic organic materials, find a place for the compost heap and ... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON10th April 2008
Composting has become a popular means of recycling organic materials so that they can be used in beneficial ways instead of adding them to a landfill. In addition to being a great way to participate in recycling efforts, composting is also a great way to ... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON04th April 2007
So long as they have a high surface to volume ratio, most plant materials from your garden will work beautifully in your compost pile. You want to use common sense when adding larger items like sequoia branches or giant rubber tree leaves - shred them or ... Read >
Author: J. Allen09th February 2007
A narrow bed isn't wide enough to show off layers of plants. A flower bed would be wonderful, but with a pond in the center it will be even better. The best way to plant a flower garden is normally on a sloping or level ground, this will help with water r... Read >
Author: Bill Carmel17th January 2007
We can talk and think about something until cows fly!
But it's what we actually DO, that matters; that creates results.
If you've been thinking and talking about eating and using more organic products and creating and sustaining an organic lifestyle... Read >
Author: Denise Palmer27th June 2006
Logical Consequences: 5 Parenting Solutions and 1 Mistake
By Jean Tracy
Have you ever given your child an illogical consequence? I have. I learned how my kids tricked me too. Don't make this mistake.
Being a working mom, like many of you, I was... Read >
Author: Jean Tracy31st March 2006
You find that your plants are giving you fits in your landscape because it seems like a parade of weeds, insects or diseases have invaded and taken over. The problem is probably not due to insects or diseases but the poor soil that the plants are in. This... Read >
Author: james ellison27th January 2006
Extend the Life of Your Roofing--Gutter Care in 3 Easy Steps
Replacing your roof is expensive. Extend the life of your roofing with gutter care. The gutters and downspouts of your roof are the primary protection against water damage to your roof and... Read >
Author: Adam Hook19th January 2006
Even a composting neophyte can create top-notch compost. Akin to cooking, composting is half art, and half science. Awareness of these basic factors will help you getting started.
Just like a chef demands high quality ingredients, successful composting n... Read >
Author: Lynne Doxley06th December 2005
Raw food is food that is uncooked and unprocessed. It still contains important enzymes which assist in the digestion and absorption of food.
Only this kind of food has functional "live" enzymes, which die when food is cooked over 118 degrees F.
Foo... Read >
Author: Alan LeStourgeon07th September 2005
Compost, made from decomposed grass clippings, leaves, twigs, and branches, becomes a dark, crumbly mixture of organic matter.
Learn how composting works. Even a newbie to composting can make good quality compost. It can be compared to cooking as art... Read >
Author: james ellison31st August 2005
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Author: Michael McGroarty
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