by Bethany Hayes Pests are a gardener’s worse nightmare. They damage and destroy once healthy plants within a short period, ruining all of your hard work. Many pests are resistant to conventional treatments, which is why learning organic pest prevention methods are … [Read more...]
Garden Myth: Raised Bed Gardens are Better for Growing Vegetables
by Robert Pavlis There are some benefits for using raised beds to grow vegetables, but they also offer some disadvantages. Many of the advertised benefits also apply to traditional beds, and some are just not true. The term raised bed is a bit confusing. If you add a few … [Read more...]
How to Fix Overwatered Basil: 7 Tricks to Try
by Bethany Hayes Basil prefers to grow in moist soil, and problems occur when you overwater basil. The first sign is usually yellow and drooping basil leaves. The real issues are under the soil surface that you can't see with your eyes. That's why learning how to fix … [Read more...]
Microgreens vs. Sprouts: Explained
by Bethany Hayes Winter is the perfect time to try out microgreens for easy bursts of fresh greens and nutrients. When you imagine microgreens, you might think that it’s a sprout or a smaller version of the mature vegetable. However, microgreens vs. sprouts aren’t the same … [Read more...]
Potting Soil Mix Recipes
Make quality potting soil and soil-less mixes at home. Seedling Mix For Seedlings In Styrofoam Flats 2 parts compost2 part peat moss or coir1 part perlite The second recipe is a soilless recipe based on the Cornell Mix concept; the third is a classic soil-based … [Read more...]
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