Is it possible that organic gardening can actually be an option for everyone? We all know the high prices of organic food at the grocery store. But what if you could grow your own organic vegetables where you live? A common misconception is that you have to have a lot of land to grow a…
What comes to mind when you hear the phrase, crop rotation? Maybe it’s something you think you have a basic understanding of, but when it comes to actually putting it into practice in your garden, you come up with more questions than answers. Maybe you wonder… I have to be honest — at this point…
Is it possible to control pests in the garden without using pesticides? Many gardeners determine to use organic practices. But soon they find themselves discouraged when bad insects arrive in their gardens. How do organic gardeners keep bugs from eating their plants? A healthy, productive, organic home garden goes beyond home remedies for pest control…
When you discover aphids in your garden, you naturally want to get rid of them — fast! With a host of organic aphid control solutions available online, how do you know which one to choose? If you’re like me, you want something easy. And more important, you don’t want your actions to harm your garden…
What gets rid of the cabbage worm? How can you prevent these small but mighty worms that prey on your garden? If you’ve ever noticed the eaten leaves of your broccoli, cabbage, or kale, you’ve likely encountered one of worms that attacks the brassica family of plants. Even organic gardeners struggle to find ways to…
Companion planting is a popular topic for beginning gardeners. Though the idea of situating plants next to each other can have various benefits, I think most gardeners want to know more than what plants grow well together. I think instead, we’re thinking far more practically. What can I plant in my garden to keep pests…
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