Garlic is a good choice for organic gardens throughout North America. Like onions, garlic is a cool weather crop; it requires cold in order for the bulb to split into cloves and, in some cultivars, to trigger cell division. That being the case, it's best to plant it in the late … [Read more...]
15 Ways to Make Cut Flowers Last Without Chemicals
Nothing beats a bouquet of flowers straight from your own garden, but sadly, even the freshest flowers typically last only a few days before drooping and dropping their petals. You can always use floral preservatives to help extend the life of your cut flowers, but why add … [Read more...]
7 Gardening Tips for Growing Organic Peanuts
Peanuts make for a fun and unusual crop to grow in your garden. And, they're not a type of organic produce you're likely to find anywhere else, since there's so little organic peanut farming going on. Red-skinned varieties respond especially well to organic gardening initiatives, … [Read more...]
Protect Bulbs from Pests: Use Steel Wool or These 5 Other Great Tips
Any flower gardener who has ever had to deal with hungry squirrels and inquisitive pets knows what a pain it is to keep them from digging up and gnawing on your bulbs, corms, and other plant tubers. The solution to this problem is less radical than you might think, and doesn't … [Read more...]
How To Make Natural Tobacco Juice Bug and Pest Repellent
Did you know that many bugs can't stand tobacco juice? In fact, nicotine a fast acting nerve toxin in insects and mammals. If you see whiteflies, gnats, aphids, thrips or leafminers, try using tobacco spray to get rid of them. How to Make Steeped Tobacco Bug Repellent Here's a … [Read more...]
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