When creating a compost pile, use dried plant materials and green plants in equal parts. Green plant mulches include everything from fresh grass clippings, to unwanted vegetables, to recently pulled weeds. Dried plant material, however, can include items such as cardboard, sawdust and shredded paper. Avoid using animal manure, charcoal or diseased plants in your […]

Use an old laundry basket to gather your vegetables and fruits. It makes a great strainer for your vegetables. Rinse your crops while in the laundry basket to strain the excess water. Look for high-value crops. That being said, a plant that is valuable to one person may be of no value to another. If […]

Just because winter is coming doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s time to give up your garden. Instead, create an outdoor tent to protect the area. Old bean poles stuck at the end of your beds provide the support. Position a bed sheet over the poles, and add bricks around the edges to hold down the […]

Make sure you look at what lies beneath in order to start off on the right foot. When buying tomato seedlings, avoid the ones with a bad root system or green starts. If starts don’t have a good root system, they’ll remain attached to the seedlings for a long time. The seedlings won’t be able […]

Organic fruits and vegetables grow without being exposed to pesticides and other chemicals. While this is good for your family’s health, you will want to be sure to check even more for bugs and other pests. Know what you’d specifically like to grow within your organic garden. Each plant needs a specific environment to blossom. […]

Do some research on the botanical insecticides that are available in your area, many of which are extremely helpful in preventing pests from invading your garden. Natural insecticides are sometimes more effective than the myriad synthetic, chemical-based products available. Keep in mind, however, that the biological composition of botanical insecticides can cause them to quickly […]