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There’s a moment every gardener experiences: the first warm days of the year when you begin to think, “It’s time.” That feeling of possibility is powerful, but for a truly productive garden, the work that determines success happens before spring planting begins. The secret isn’t seeds or fertilizer; it’s soil.
Read MoreOur household only started composting in earnest about a year ago, with the addition of a Bokashi bin to our kitchen (more on that later). Until then, we mainly composted coffee grounds and eggshells, which I added to the garden beds in three seasons of the year. In winter, I stored eggshells I had dried out in the oven beforehand, and dumped coffee grounds in the soil underneath my rose and blueberry bushes. To be honest, I had often wondered what it would mean to compost all of our food scraps, and how I would manage to keep it up in the coldest months of the year. The Bokashi bin has enabled me to compost year-round and more comprehensively, but it’s not the only way you can continue to repurpose food scraps all year long.
Read MoreAs the leaves fall and the air cools, many of us rush to “tidy up” our gardens before winter. We rake and bag leaves, cut back or pull plants, and erase almost every sign of summer growth before the cold season sets in. But here’s the truth: a perfectly clean garden isn’t necessarily a healthy one, and some of that cleanup is doing more harm than good. In fact, many fall gardening chores that seem helpful actually disrupt the delicate balance of your soil, remove crucial pollinator habitats, and make more work for you come spring.
Read MoreSoil health is crucial for our planet. It refers to how well the soil can support plants, manage water, filter pollutants and ultimately sustain life. To understand what makes soil healthy, we need to consider its physical, chemical and biological qualities.
Read MoreIf you’ve ever planted a spring garden only to find that it didn’t do as well as it had the year before, chances are high that your soil is the problem. Even if you faithfully add compost to your garden beds and use no-till methods, you may still find that your garden suffers from lackluster growth, or that your vegetables are prone to diseases and pest infestations.
Read MoreSoil erosion is a silent thief, gradually stealing the fertility of our farmlands and threatening the sustainability of agriculture worldwide. For farmers striving to maintain productive and resilient farms, combating erosion is not just an option—it's a necessity.
Fortunately, numerous effective techniques can be employed to prevent this natural degradation. This article explores seven proven methods farmers can adopt to combat erosion and promote sustainable farming practices.
Read MoreIn the quest for greener pastures, both literally and metaphorically, the humble Bermuda grass holds secrets far beyond the manicured lawns and golf courses it so often adorns. As environmental consciousness takes root in the public consciousness, the role of our chosen flora in the health of our planet has come under scrutiny. Bermuda grass, a stalwart of southern resilience, emerges not just as a hardy ground cover but as a potential ally in the global effort to sequester carbon and bolster soil health. This article peels back the layers of Bermuda grass's impact on our environment, revealing its potential as a sustainable choice for eco-conscious homeowners and landscapers alike.
Read MoreWinter is a critical time for gardeners to pay special attention to their soil health if they want a successful growing season the following spring. Taking proper steps to prepare your soil for springtime can make a huge difference in the outcome of your garden. During the spring and summer months, plants put a tremendous amount of stress on your soil, so it’s important to address potential problems and weaknesses before springtime arrives.
Read MoreSoil quality is important when it comes to growing plants, particularly for food gardening. To ensure the optimal growth of edible crops, such as vegetables and fruits, it's important to enrich your soil with the relevant nutrients.
Read MoreFall can be a busy season for gardeners, even if you’ve stopped growing crops. Soil is the basic foundation for any successful garden, as healthy soil is needed to grow healthy plants. One important task is amending the soil to improve its structure, address any problems from last growing season and prepare it for the next. season. Amending the soil for new batches of plants is an important part of the gardening process. If a gardener does not do this, their garden will suffer and their plants may not thrive as well as they should. However, this task can be time-consuming with many different tools and steps involved in its execution.
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