Organic Gardening

Organic Rooting Medium: Composting Woods Organic Rooting Medium: Composting Woods Organic Rooting Medium: Composting Woods Organic Rooting Medium: Composting Woods


Although fresh wood by-products like sawdust and pine bark are suitable for use in soilless organic rooting media mixes, most types contain...

Compost Tea Considerations Compost Tea Considerations Compost Tea Considerations Compost Tea Considerations


Compost tea, or the stewing of aged compost in water, provides many benefits for the garden, the most significant of which are the...

Three Ways to Grow Organically Three Ways to Grow Organically Three Ways to Grow Organically Three Ways to Grow Organically


The organic growing trend is enticing in so many ways, which is why more and more people are giving it a go.

How to Improve Plant Growth with Micro-organisms How to Improve Plant Growth with Micro-organisms How to Improve Plant Growth with Micro-organisms How to Improve Plant Growth with Micro-organisms


The most common types of beneficial micro-organisms used by indoor growers can be broken down into three categories: beneficial bacteria,...

Organic Hydroponics: Taking Soil Out of the Mix Organic Hydroponics: Taking Soil Out of the Mix Organic Hydroponics: Taking Soil Out of the Mix Organic Hydroponics: Taking Soil Out of the Mix


Organic hydroponics can seem like an oxymoron since many organic-food producers insist that soil is an essential component of the mix....

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Used by ancient civilizations, guano remains a valuable asset in the garden with its natural fertilizing abilities.

Biodynamic Compost Biodynamic Compost Biodynamic Compost Biodynamic Compost


High-quality compost can make the difference between a so-so result and stunning success when growing in soil. Compost is now widely...

Battling Bugs the Organic Way Battling Bugs the Organic Way Battling Bugs the Organic Way Battling Bugs the Organic Way


There are a number of ways to fight off a pest infestation in your garden the organic way. Some organic methods are preventive, while...

Mycology Fungus Mycology Fungus Mycology Fungus Mycology Fungus


Mushrooms check a lot of boxes for the future of food. While quintessential decomposers, these organisms assist in plant growth, anare...

Growing Organically with Compost Teas and Nutrient Mush Growing Organically with Compost Teas and Nutrient Mush Growing Organically with Compost Teas and Nutrient Mush Growing Organically with Compost Teas and Nutrient Mush


Nutrient feeding “mush” and “tea” brews have been around for a while now. People that use them swear by them and will preach about them to...

The Soil Food Web: How to Build Healthy Soil The Soil Food Web: How to Build Healthy Soil The Soil Food Web: How to Build Healthy Soil The Soil Food Web: How to Build Healthy Soil


There is soil and then there is dirt. They look alike to the untrained eye, however, there is a huge difference between the two.

The Many Ways to Use Diatomaceous Earth in the Garden The Many Ways to Use Diatomaceous Earth in the Garden The Many Ways to Use Diatomaceous Earth in the Garden The Many Ways to Use Diatomaceous Earth in the Garden


Diatomaceous earth is an incredibly versatile material that helps with prodigious root systems, silica uptake, and pest control.

Organic Gardening Practices You Can Implement Indoors Organic Gardening Practices You Can Implement Indoors Organic Gardening Practices You Can Implement Indoors Organic Gardening Practices You Can Implement Indoors


Sustainable gardening is steadily becoming more popular in traditional, outdoor settings. However, as Eric Hopper explains, it’s possible...

Harvesting the Rain: How to Properly Collect Rainwater for Reuse in the Garden Harvesting the Rain: How to Properly Collect Rainwater for Reuse in the Garden Harvesting the Rain: How to Properly Collect Rainwater for Reuse in the Garden Harvesting the Rain: How to Properly Collect Rainwater for Reuse in the Garden


Whether it’s out of necessity, to lower your water bills, or to help the planet, harvesting rainwater can be rewarding.

How to Use Beneficial Bacteria for Pest and Disease Control in the Grow Room How to Use Beneficial Bacteria for Pest and Disease Control in the Grow Room How to Use Beneficial Bacteria for Pest and Disease Control in the Grow Room How to Use Beneficial Bacteria for Pest and Disease Control in the Grow Room


A growing number of modern horticulturists are learning about and embracing the power of microorganisms.

Grow Food, Not Lawns with the Fleet Farming Method Grow Food, Not Lawns with the Fleet Farming Method Grow Food, Not Lawns with the Fleet Farming Method Grow Food, Not Lawns with the Fleet Farming Method


Fleet Farming began with one goal: to reduce pollution by helping homeowners transform their lawns into sustainable food gardens.

Neem Oil: The Answer to a Pest-Free Organic Garden Neem Oil: The Answer to a Pest-Free Organic Garden Neem Oil: The Answer to a Pest-Free Organic Garden Neem Oil: The Answer to a Pest-Free Organic Garden


Neem oil is a natural way to help control garden pests and diseases. Here’s how you can incorporate it into your garden.

How Nutrients from the Ocean Help Your Garden How Nutrients from the Ocean Help Your Garden How Nutrients from the Ocean Help Your Garden How Nutrients from the Ocean Help Your Garden


Minerals and nutrients from the sea are beneficial to land-based organisms today. Here's how ocean-based nutrients help your garden grow.

5 of the Easiest Crops to Grow in Small Spaces 5 of the Easiest Crops to Grow in Small Spaces 5 of the Easiest Crops to Grow in Small Spaces 5 of the Easiest Crops to Grow in Small Spaces


Here's how to grow your own private garden no matter where you live. Start off by choosing the most suitable edible plants that can be...

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