Mulching is the practice of placing a loose surface onto the surface of soil in your flower or vegetable garden in order to protect, insulate and beautify the area. This loose covering is called a mulch and it can be either of an organic or inorganic variety. Examples of mulches include compost, stone and grass clippings. Every gardener should understand the many benefits of mulching the soil in their garden. This article will discuss the benefits of mulching, how to choose t…
Organic Gardening – A Growing Trend
In the past decade and a half, organic products have achieved almost mainstream status. Where organic produce was a specialty item in a few upscale grocery stores in the early 1990s, today’s supermarkets commonly offer organically produced items.
An upward spiral is happening: Organics have become more available and more affordable. The result is that a larger proportion of the population buys organics. This leads to an increased general awareness of the benefits for peopl…
Organic Gardening – The Pros And Cons
Picture three ripe red tomatoes arranged on a wooden cutting board awaiting your pleasure. They’ve each come from a different source: can you tell which one was grown organically?
Two of the tomatoes were lovingly tended in backyards – one in a conventional garden and the other in an organic garden. The third tomato came from the supermarket, and it’s easy to eliminate from the guessing game.
The supermarket tomato is the pale red one the size and shape of a tennis ba…
Organic Gardening: 10 Practical Steps
The key components fundamental to the practice of organic gardening are discussed in this article.
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Garden Tips for Planting Super-Sweet Grape Tomatoes
Spring time comes and with it comes the time to plant your garden. Garden tips range from the type of soil to plant in to ways to water your plants in order to get a full yield.
Grow Your Own Organic Vegetable Garden
Organic systems recognize that our health is directly connected to the health of the food we eat and, ultimately, the health of the soil.
Here are some of the main features of organic growing:
– Organic growing severely restricts the use of artificial chemical fertilizers and pesticides.
– Instead, organic growers rely on developing a healthy, fertile soil and growing a mixture of crops.
– Genetically modified (GM) crops and ingredients are not allowed under organic s…
How To Grow Your Own Organic Worms Your Silent Workforce
Growing your own worms will ensure that your garden always has both liquid fertilizer and worm castings, rich in nutrients, to keep your plants thriving. You will learn how to create your own worm farm which will also help the environment by reducing your household waste.
Build a Rain Garden
There’s a new garden in town. It is (mostly) easy to install, looks good year-round, requires almost no maintenance and has a terrifically upbeat impact on the environment. No wonder rain gardens are such a great new gardening trend!
Chooks The Organic Gardeners All-Rounder
Keeping chooks is a must for organic gardeners. The gardening benefits are numerous, they can make fun pets and keep you entertained with their antics. Youll find tips in this article to make it easy to have and look after your feathered friends.
Create a Small No Dig plot
Learn the basics to creating a no-dig organic vegetable plot. There are many benefits to organic gardening, especially when you dont have to turn over the soil. It is far better for your soil structure and your back
Wanting To Lose Weight, Why Not Go Go Herbal
With so many ways advertised for losing weight, where do you start? This article considers some inexpensive, natural herbal solutions to your quest for weight loss.