Gardening provides great freedom in the choice of plants available and this winter, the seed catalogs arriving in the post with new plants for the next season show a snapshot of the choices available in glorious color printing. Read on to find out what new varieties of … [Read more...] about How To Trial Plants In Your Garden And Why You Should
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How To Make Your Raised Bed Soil Rock
Growing in a raised bed can help you grow on the toughest of ground but from time to time you will need to reinvigorate the soil to keep your garden growing. Read on to find out how to make your raised bed soil rock. … [Read more...] about How To Make Your Raised Bed Soil Rock
What is a Keyhole Garden Bed and Why You Need Them
A keyhole bed can help maximize your growing space, create microclimates and can be part of a beautiful garden design. Read on to find out more about a keyhole bed. … [Read more...] about What is a Keyhole Garden Bed and Why You Need Them
Planning A Garden For Self Sufficiency
I've done it; my seeds are bought for next year and it was only 14 September! The best bit is, I have planned my garden and the seed purchase based on the next 3 years of growing produce for my family. Planning a garden for self sufficiency need not be a daunting it can be … [Read more...] about Planning A Garden For Self Sufficiency
How To Grow Garlic Organically and Biodynamically
Growing garlic is really easy and fall is the right time to get garlic planted in your garden. In this post I'm going to show you how to grow garlic both organically and biodynamically so you can have a great harvest of homegrown garlic next year. … [Read more...] about How To Grow Garlic Organically and Biodynamically
How to Grow Like a Pro By Getting Organized in the Garden
With the end of summer drawing near many homesteaders and gardeners thoughts turn to fall and winter gardening to grow produce 365 days a year and being frugal at the same time! Whilst anyone can grow throughout the fall and winter, the most successful are those who are … [Read more...] about How to Grow Like a Pro By Getting Organized in the Garden
Why I’m Taking A Permaculture Design Course
Permaculture is a hip word right now, but it has been around since the mid 1970s. Like clothing coming into fashion, permaculture is becoming more popular and is on the upward swing of the trendy curve. Find out why I’m learning more about this movement and how it can … [Read more...] about Why I’m Taking A Permaculture Design Course
13 Low Water Ideas To Easily Save You Money And The Environment
Low water gardening is really important for me living in a really dry climate and it’s also a frugal gardening measure. By reducing water usage in the garden you’re saving bucks on bills! Find out just how you can grow a great garden and use less of this precious … [Read more...] about 13 Low Water Ideas To Easily Save You Money And The Environment
Manure: Get the Scoop on Popular Poop
This post is an in-depth guide to manure fertilizers. It is probably more than you would really want to know about manure but I don't know an organic gardener who would be without piles of the stuff to fuel the vegetable gardens! … [Read more...] about Manure: Get the Scoop on Popular Poop
Build A Cheap Cold Frame That Will Save You Money This Year
Growing in a cold frame is a great way to extend the growing season. Cold frames allow you to start your plants earlier and keep plants growing later by protecting them from frosts. Find out how to build a cheap cold frame that will save you money each year! … [Read more...] about Build A Cheap Cold Frame That Will Save You Money This Year
