Trench composting is a method of making compost that is just as simple as you might imagine. All you do is dig a hole and bury your compost materials anywhere in the yard or garden where you’re not currently growing something. Then you forget all about it while the organic … [Read more...]
Scientists Say: Don’t Rake Leaves
Unless you’re raking a pile of leaves to jump in, it isn’t much fun. And, a large yard with a lot of trees means all day raking. So, if you’re not looking for free mulch or to compost leaves, scientists suggest leaving them alone to benefit wildlife and the garden. Yes, let the … [Read more...]
How to Test Your Soil With Just a Mason Jar
There is an easy and cost-effective way for you to test the quality of your garden soil at home. All this method requires is a lidded mason jar plus a little bit of background knowledge. Let’s get a basic understanding of some soil properties before describing how … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Mulch Your Vegetable Garden
Gardeners already understand the importance of mulching flower gardens. Mulch helps regulate the soil temperature, improves water retention, and prevents soil erosion. But should you mulch your vegetable garden? If so, with what? Studies show that mulching your vegetable … [Read more...]
Make Your Own Fertilizer: A DIY Guide
Depending on the rate of application and the size of your vegetable garden, you may find yourself purchasing large quantities of fertilizer. But before you head to the garden center, did you know that there are plenty of fertilizer recipes---regular and organic---that you can … [Read more...]
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