Whether you're converting to organics from synthetic gardening, a beginning gardener learning organics from scratch, or a seasoned organic gardener, you are taking important steps toward improving our planet by following the practices that improve the quality and sustainability of what we grow.
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Oct 18, 2005
Coming in from the Cold
Bringing your precious plants in for the winter need not be an exhausting, complex ordeal. Here are a few tips and guidelines for what to do and how and when to do it.
Sep 25, 2005
Damage Control - Can This Plant Be Saved?
If your landscape has been neglected and looks like it's reached the Plant Point of No Return, think again. There are many steps you can take to resusitate your garden...without pesticides.
Aug 9, 2005
The Virtues and Versatility of Vinegar
Vinegar isn't just for salad dressing anymore...it is a relatively safe and versatile tool when used in organic gardening. Here are some tips, as well as a bit of valuable background.
Jul 9, 2005
Where on Earth...? How To Find Organic Gardening Products
Want to get started in organic gardening but can't find the products you need? They're more readily available than you think...
Jun 5, 2005
Much Ado About Mulch
Mulching your garden beds is essential, especially at this time of year, when temperatures begin to really climb and rain becomes a little more scarce.
May 9, 2005
Organic Solutions for Common Spring Pest Problems
Spring is in the air...and so are some hungry pests. This month, I'll go over some common pests that rear their ugly heads in the pre-summer months, and what you can do -- or not do, in some cases -- to deter them.
Apr 5, 2005
Critter Ridder
A big part of organic gardening is embracing and encouraging biodiversity...even if that means taking the high road with some creatures we'd just as soon do without.
Mar 2, 2005
Amendments to the Organic Soil Constitution
Are your plants ready for bed? Are your beds ready to be planted? This is the perfect time of year for amending the soil with organic matter.
Feb 4, 2005
The Dirty Laundry Behind Organic Seed Germination
Starting seeds indoors doesn't have to be scary, but it usually does take some practice...and a few piles of dirty laundry.
Jan 19, 2005
Can You Dig It?
Join me for (almost) daily organic gardening thoughts at my new blog! Can You Dig It? (The site will open in a new browser window.)
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