Have you ever bought a bag of organic Compost from your local garden centre and noticed it was damp, or dusty and the smell was pretty bad? You may have thought that you were buying good Compost to use in your garden, but chances are that it has been sitting around for a while and…
Have you ever wondered how compost and worm castings compare to each other? In this article, I will provide the easiest way to decide which one to buy. Compost and Worm Castings are same; their intended purposes are different. Worm castings are used as a soil conditioner, while compost is left out in the open…
Have you ever considered using a tiller for your garden soil until you realised that it can save you time and lots of back-breaking labour? Often, tilling is the best way to accomplish your gardening goals. If it feels right to do it once or twice a year, you should put one on your list…
For new gardeners, adding a no-till garden to your life can seem overwhelming. Planting seeds, waiting for them to grow into plants, and then trying to learn how to build a no-till garden. You may be worried that you won’t be able to succeed at growing delicious food in a no-till garden. These concerns are…
Landscape fabric is a good weed barrier as it prevents weeds from growing through it. However, this barrier has several downsides that can make it detrimental to your garden. One of the most prominent downsides to landscape fabric is the high cost of buying it. If you’d rather not spend a lot on landscape fabric,…
Basil is one of the most popular herbs. It is a member of the mint family and is often used as a herb or herb-flavoured seasoning. The leaves, stems and seeds are all used in cooking and make a delicious addition to meals. The plant originated in Asia and was brought to Europe by the…
Have you ever thought about how much weed eater is, the newest and most popular garden tool that is so popular with homeowners around the world? You could buy a weed eater online or in a local garden center. A weed eater is a machine that is usually used to remove weeds but is also…
Identifying the Virginia creeper is a challenge. Every year the vine travels across much of the United States and becomes more rampant in drought-prone areas with sunny, dry weather. You’re not alone in your concern. Most farmers know it as poison ivy and deal with its close relative negatively. Poison ivy can be found in…
