To be most efficient in your gardening, always keep your tools close at hand. Use a large bucket, or wear rugged pants with several pockets. You should be able to do your garden work quickly if you keep a trowel, gloves, small pruning shears, and other handy devices close to you. It can be hard […]

You need to be very specific about what organic plants you plan to grow in the garden. There are a variety of environments that certain vegetables and flowers thrive in to grow. For example, the number of grape cultivars is quite impressive. Some of them are well suited for your garden while others are not. […]

Would you like to kill those obnoxious weeds naturally? You need to have many layers of newspapers in order to provide proper weed control. Weeds must have sunlight in order to grow. The layers of newspaper over the weeds will block out the light and kill them. Newspapers tend to break down into compost nicely. […]

One of the best parts about using foods that are organic or from organic gardens is that they do not have any type of pesticides used on them. While this is great for your loved ones’ health, still check for pests and bugs. When determining what you would want to plant in your garden, you […]

Compost at home for an excellent natural fertilizer. One entertaining method of doing this is to start a worm composting bin. Your bin should contain shredded newspaper, kitchen scraps, a little dirt, and a few red wiggler earthworms. One way to save on watering costs in your garden is to use a large amount of […]

Add mulch for healthy soil. The right amount of mulch in a garden also works to protect the soil underneath. It can also keep the ground from overheating during hot weather, which will protect the roots of your plants from damage. This will ensure your soil stays moist by reducing the time in which it […]

Making your own compost is a great way of obtaining fertilizer. If you aren’t squeamish, why not build a worm composting bin? Red wiggler worms, some dirt, kitchen scraps and newspaper shreds in a bin will get you started. Growing plants that carry a high value are your best bet for the garden. Of course, […]

Do some research on botanical insecticides, as they can be effective in controlling pests. These natural insecticides are just as effective as chemicals, sometimes even more so. Keep in mind, however, that the biological composition of botanical insecticides can cause them to quickly decay and disappear. When getting ready to plant a tree or a […]

If you are building a raised bed utilize stone, brick or wood that is untreated. If you choose to use wood, make sure it is naturally rot resistant and untreated. Cypress, locust and cedar usually work best. In a vegetable garden, never use treated wood, as the chemicals can leach out into the soil and […]

Use an old laundry basket to bring your fresh produce in from the garden. This will be like a strainer for all your produce. The produce can be rinsed off as it sits in the laundry basket, and extra water will drain out through the sides. Consider planting strawberries, especially ones that are everbearing, for […]