There’s always something new to learn about gardening! If you have questions about how to harden off your seedlings or what to do with old garden soil, you’re in the right place.
Imagine a garden where nature is flowing where it pleases. There isn’t an order to anything and all plants grow however they want and wherever they can. That’s what we call chaos gardening. It’s a refreshingly quirky approach to gardening as it bypasses all the meticulous planning, precise planting, and strict maintenance routines. Instead, chaos…
We’ve all done some unconventional stuff to get our gardens to flourish. Some used banana peels as fertilizers, others used eggshells, while a few out there used electricity—yes, one of those things is definitely not like the others! Electorculutre gardening is an intriguing and uncommon approach to growing plants using electricity or electromagnetic fields. While…
Did you know that even after washing your produce, there’s still a chance you’ll find pesticides on them? In fact, research found that 70% of the produce sold in America contains pesticide residue, which can be harmful. That’s why organic farming is more necessary today than it ever was! Organic farming doesn’t force you to…
The world as we know it is changing. There are species, of animals and plants, completely gone and others threaten to follow if we don’t put the environment at the top of our priorities. In the life of gardeners and farmers, regenerative gardening offers an answer. Regenerative gardening puts the environment’s needs before your own,…
For green thumbs out there the word gardening means one thing. It’s about adding seed to the soil under clear skies and bright sun, then watching amazing plants bloom. However, adding the word “container” before gardening might just tilt the case a little bit! Container gardening isn’t that different from traditional gardening methods. In fact,…
If you grow your own produce, you must’ve wondered how much you should plant per person. Of course, the answer differs from one plant to the other, but there’s a general estimate of about 150–200 square feet of garden space to feed one person for an entire year. However, this still begs the question of…
Struggling to start your seeds? You’re not alone. I remember when I first started growing my garden, and my seeds turned out…. well, disappointing. With such high hopes for my home garden, I got a little depressed when my plants didn’t grow too fast or tall. They seemed unhealthy and I didn’t know what I…
Organic farming is the practice of cultivating crops and raising livestock in a way that prioritizes sustainability, biodiversity, and the health of the environment. This method avoids using synthetic chemicals like pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers. Instead, it relies on natural processes and materials to enhance soil fertility, manage pests, and promote healthy plant and animal…
Pesticides are dangerous. There are no ifs, buts, or maybes regarding this fact. They’re designed to eliminate and kill pests in crops, so there’s no logic in calling them “safe”—even if used as directed! You might be surprised to learn that these seemingly harmless chemicals, intended to protect, could be silently threatening your garden’s harmony….
Just like how humans need their daily vitamins to stay healthy, plants need a regular dose of nutrients to thrive and survive! Aside from supporting speedy growth and a bountiful harvest, nutrients improve the flavor of fruits and veggies and help plants fight pests and diseases. Without the essential macro and micronutrients, your garden may…