Organic VS Conventional Food
Why is it worth making the investment to purchase more expensive organic products? Organic food is becoming increasingly popular as people are becoming more aware of the benefits of consuming food that is grown without harmful chemicals and pesticides. While there are still debates about whether organic food is truly more nutritious than conventional food, there is ample evidence to support the claim that organic food is healthier and safer for human consumption.
Planting Calendar Climate Zone 5b
Succession Planting Basics
How to Sterilize Garden Tools
Garden tools play a crucial role in maintaining a healthy and beautiful garden. They help us till the soil, plant seeds, trim the plants and keep the garden in pristine condition. However, if not properly maintained and sterilized, garden tools can spread diseases and pests from one plant to another, leading to significant damage and loss. In this blog post, we'll discuss the best ways to sterilize garden tools to keep your garden free of any harmful organisms.
Garden Partnering & Bartering
Food garden partnering and bartering is a great way for people to come together, build community, save money on groceries, and share the fruits of their labor. Whether you are working with family members, neighbors, schools, churches, or community gardens, there are many ways to get involved and start sharing your produce, skills and time. Here are some of the ways that food garden partnering and bartering works.
No Till, No Dig, No Pull Rule
Moisture and Mulch
Although deep watering is usually best, over watering can also stress your plants. Of course, there will be a lot of variables to take into consideration – such as the amount of rain and other weather conditions. Do a simple moisture test with your finger on the top 2 to 4 inches of soil before you water. Be careful about the watering tips you see circulating on the internet or in Youtube videos!
