People have become fascinated by microbes in recent decades. Historically, microbes have been mis-characterized as the bad guys, and unfortunately associated with infections and diseases. However, more recently, microbiologists have […]
What is no-dig gardening? No-dig (or no-till) gardening is exactly as the name suggests; gardening without digging the soil. Once a bed is established, the surface is left undisturbed except […]
Most people don’t realize that about a third of the energy that plants are getting from the sun is used to send out exudates on the plant roots. Exudates are […]
Thanks to Ann Katelyn from Sumo Gardener for this blog piece. Spring is a fantastic time to be out in the garden. The ground is finally becoming less soggy after […]
Why is soil pH important? Different soils have different dispositions. Soil can be acid, alkaline or neutral. Most plants prefer a soil with a neutral or slightly acidic pH level. […]
Growing your own vegetables is a hugely rewarding pastime. But how do you get started? Here are our top five ingredients for growing a successful vegetable garden. These same tips […]
Most gardeners focus on improving the health of their plants and the health of their soil. But have you ever stopped to think how your garden may be improving your […]
Thanks to Jane (from Puffycarrot.com) for this insight into making compost tea Taking good care of your plants is essential for every gardener, whether that be a complete beginner, or […]
Thanks to Ann Katelyn from Sumo Gardener for this blog piece. Just because summer is over, it doesn’t mean your garden has to stop! Many people prefer to start their […]
How many bokashi buckets do you need to set up a successful bokashi composting system? For 95% of people, the answer is 2. Why do most people need two bokashi […]