Meredith Nichols Schnelle
Organic Gardening has long been an interest of mine. I was writing letters about the environment to my Congressman when I was in 8th grade! My property has been certified as a Backyard Wildlife Habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. Many people have commented on the number of butterflies and lightening bugs in my yard. I explain that insecticide does away with all insects, including the more desirable ones.
I am editor of The Garden Dirt, my local Garden Club's monthly newsletter since December of 1998. The subject of Organic gardening appears frequently in "My Garden Gate", a column I write for every issue.
I am certified by National Garden Club as a Standard Flower Show Judge. This means I am qualified to judge Standard Flower Shows all over the United States, Canada, Central America and South America.
I recently completed training as a Master Gardener. Photography is another passion. My photographs have won awards at the local County Fair and at the 2006 Chicago Flower and Garden Show. I've had exhibits in the McHenry County Conservation District as well as our local Arts Foundation gallery.
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Organic Garden Seeds of Autumn
Organic gardening opens the door for seeds to germinate wherever they fall. No herbicides will interfere. Nature provides rich rewards for the receptive garden.
Sep 5, 2006
- Meredith Nichols Schnelle
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Crop Rotation in Organic Gardens
Keeping track of your garden as the season goes on is important in the organic garden. Crop rotation is a cultural practice that requires record keeping.
Aug 24, 2006
- Meredith Nichols Schnelle
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Organic Gardening In High Summer
High Summer, August thru early September, is a time of peak plant growth and sometimes punishing cumulative effect of prolonged heat. Organic cultural practices can help
Aug 18, 2006
- Meredith Nichols Schnelle
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Vast Horizons For Organic Gardener
Organic gardening is gaining favor at every level of communication. On the news, in magazines, at every type of gardening event, organic gardening is in the focus.
Aug 10, 2006
- Meredith Nichols Schnelle
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Compost in the Organic Garden
Compost enriches your garden soil, providing nutrients the organic way. You also retard moisture loss and reduce the strain on landfills.
Jul 29, 2006
- Meredith Nichols Schnelle
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Companion Planting
Organic gardening uses cultivating practices that benefit the plants, thus avoiding artificial commercial remedies. One of those practices is companion planting.
Jul 7, 2006
- Meredith Nichols Schnelle
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Mulch Mulch and More Mulch
Mulch in your garden is a wise investment. Any time and money you spend will be richly rewarded with a big reduction of pests and disease. Your plants will be healthier
Jun 21, 2006
- Meredith Nichols Schnelle
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