Although it is possible to dig into and analyze your own soil for basic nutrient amendment, it is recommended that those gardening in unknown soil (soil never used for the purpose) get their soil professionally analyzed. Most gardeners will also benefit from periodic sampling and … [Read more...]
Quick Tips for Preserving the Garden Harvest
Food preservation is a time-honored tradition that allows the abundance of the fall harvest to be saved for the winter months. The most time-consuming and labor-intense aspect of the harvest is usually its preservation once it's out of the garden. It doesn't have to be this way, … [Read more...]
Growing Vegetables and Herbs in Hot Climates
In hot climates, not every vegetable will grow its best. Of course, with ingenuity and planning, it's possible to grow virtually any type of vegetable or herb in any climate. Unless you're willing to go to extremes, though, your gardening will by necessity be selective in its … [Read more...]
Amending Clay Soils
Clay soil is actually relatively common in most soils that haven't been well maintained will divert to either a thick clay or a loose sand, depending on the area. Many areas have both, often with the sand on top of clay. Determining Soil Types To determine how your soil is … [Read more...]
Health Benefits of Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potato is a vegetable that seems to be coming into its own recently. Emerging from the shadow of the regular potato, the sweet potato is being grown for its own distinct color and flavor. Many people call them yams, although in truth the two species are completely … [Read more...]
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