How can USDA zones help you? Whether you’re an experienced or a novice gardener, you’ve likely seen a flower, shrub or tree at some time that you’d love to grow in your own garden. While experimentation is a good way to gain experience in gardening, there are times when experimentation just won’t work. That’s why […]
Homemade Fertilizer – How to Make Your Own
Fertilizer is almost always necessary these days, especially when you are growing in the same areas over and over again. Homemade fertilizer ensures sustainable agriculture practices, saves me money and cuts down on waste. It is also one of the safest options because then I now exactly what’s going into my plants. This is really […]
Organic Pesticides Dos and Don’ts: Need-to-know Rules
In hopes of providing better nutrition and healthier options for their families, people are turning to organic produce. It seems that buying organic has become the environmentally-aware and health-conscious choice, so supermarkets are also incorporating these products into their offerings. Organic food is widely regarded as free of chemical fertilizers and pesticides and while that […]