The National Gardening Association estimates that 19 percent more people grew vegetables in 2009 than in 2008. While experienced gardeners may adhere easily to their annual gardening resolutions, new gardeners will see real results by following through on the following…
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Author: APerkins
Companion Planting
“… Companion planting can play a significant role in assisting with pest control. It’s a methodology that has more to do with observation than science, but it does seem to work. Some combinations work because of scents they use to repel…
The Norman Transcript – Eggplant on my mind
Call me crazy, but I am already thinking about what vegetables I want to start growing this coming year. I know I want to branch out and grow some new things, but I’ve also re-evaluated just how much I need…
Green Thumbs: Notes of a difficult growing season – Hanover, MA – Hanover Mariner
Avoid composting tomato foliage or any other leaves which may have been diseased. To rejuvenate depleted garden plots or improve poor, heavy, or sandy soils, spread several inches of organic material in the form of shredded leaves, well-decomposed manure, compost,…
Fast Cooking Compost Pile
Want a really fast cooking compost pile? Here’s all you need: 1/3 horse manure 2/3 leaves or grass If you don’t have ready access to a barnyard, substitute a high N product, such as blood meal. via Fast Cooking Compost…
How to Make Hot Compost : Planet Green
How to Make Hot Compost : Planet Green. The Hack: “…Insulate: Lining the sides and top of your heap with cardboard can help keep temperatures up …” Great idea! You can find corrugated cardboard at most retail establishments, and many…
Make a Compost Bin from an Old Storage Tub : Planet Green
From Planet Green, a simple DIY project to make a composting bin from an old storage bin. Be sure it’s at least 3 cu. ft so that it’ll heat up properly. You’ll also have to turn the pile once a…
Late Blight Resistant tomato from the Last Century
Okay, late last century – 1994 article touts the Brandywine tomato as a great choice for blight resistance. http://www.greenspun.com/bboard/q-and-a-fetch-msg.tcl?msg_id=000j1Q
Buying Organic Food on a Budget
Some common sense and a little creativity can go a long way to eating healthier as your garden rests comfortably under the snow. BUYING ORGANIC FOODS ON A BUDGET
Let the Asparagus Go (until spring)
Many tips for gardening from Purdue University Extension, including “…Asparagus top growth should not be removed until foliage yellows. Let foliage stand over winter to collect snows for insulation and moisture. “… Plowing and incorporating organic matter in the fall…
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