Garden the Organic Way Book!

The book “Garden the Organic Way” is now available in softcover and would make a perfect holiday gift or reading material during the offseason gardening months. The book serves as a comprehensive guide to organic gardening, covering all stages from being an absolute beginner to harvesting delicious fruits and vegetables. It also emphasizes soil restoration and sustainable practices. It can help plan upcoming gardens, increase crop production, and enhance overall garden productivity. It’s available on Etsy via the link provided on the website.

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April 16, 2020

Organic Fertilization

The post distinguishes between organic and non-organic fertilization, explaining organic fertilizers utilize naturally produced components rather than synthetically produced ones. Examples include blood meal from animals, though lack of organic feeding may make it less organic, and bat guano, which is typically organic due to bats’ natural food sources. Each fertilizer should be thoroughly researched to ensure its organic nature.

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February 27, 2020

Straw Mulch versus Plastic or other Mulches

The author discusses the benefits and disadvantages of using different mulching materials in organic gardening, with a focus on straw and plastic. Straw is highlighted as an eco-friendly, affordable and effective mulch that protects plants while regulating soil temperature. It’s also useful for planning ahead for the spring planting season. However, small creatures like voles find it attractive. While plastic can heat beds quickly and prevent weeds, it raises soil temperatures, does not allow sufficient rainwater penetration, and can harbor rodents. It’s also non-recyclable and contributes to waste. The author encourages the use of other decomposable materials like compost, coconut husks, dried leaves and grass for mulching.

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January 3, 2016

Factors that Influence Watering

The amount of water necessary for a garden depends on factors such as the type of soil, weather, vegetables being grown, mulch used, and watering mechanism. Sandy soil drains quickly and needs more water, while clay soil retains water longer. Mulching can help conserve water, especially in hot summer months. Certain vegetables require more water during key growth periods, while others tolerate dryness. The application of organic matter can facilitate better soil percolation and moisture retention, while breed selection can match watering needs to the garden’s conditions.

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April 17, 2015

Spring Tasks

Here in the Northeast gardening is in full swing in early spring. Some spring tasks are important to do early in the season, whether you are a beginner or a well-seasoned gardener. Soil Fertility: Here are the steps Want to increase your soil’s microbe population …

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April 7, 2015

Voles in The Garden

Voles, resembling small hamsters, can quickly infest gardens, posing a threat to plants and vegetables. With a diverse diet including leaves, seeds, and bulbs, they can cause significant damage. These rodents live underground, creating extensive tunnel systems and storing food. To control their population, attracting natural predators like snakes, owls, and hawks can be effective. Additionally, implementing measures such as clearing garden debris, using mesh barriers, and turning compost regularly can help manage vole infestations.

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September 30, 2014

Restoring The Soil

Restoring the soil is the key to having a fabulous organic garden. By nurturing and feeding the soil organisms, we bring the soil back to life. Understanding the soil and its composition is the key to this process. Some of the main helpers that keep …

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August 25, 2014

Composting in the Winter

Do We Just Throw Away Scraps of Vegetables in the Winter? Composting in the winter is a golden opportunity to make back gold. When it’s cold outside and whether you live in a small apartment or a large home with lots of land, sometimes we …

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August 25, 2014

Cool Weather Crops

Fall Production is awesome! Cool weather Crops – most of us feel like, when it comes to gardening, everything ends when the summer ends. In reality, we must look at the coming fall as a spring but better. In the fall certain cool weather crops …

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August 25, 2014

Fertilizing with Compost Tea

Fertilizing with Compost Tea is one of the best ways to get nutrients to your plants. It a safe way to feed your garden all year long. Apply compost tea every two to three weeks. When growing vegetables that are considered heavy feeders, apply it …

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August 25, 2014

Turning Your Compost Pile

Turning your compost pile every three or four weeks is very important. Because it adds oxygen to the process and assist the bacteria in breaking down the organic matter. Turning your compost will provide oxygen to the bacteria and allow it to reproduce. If the …

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August 25, 2014

Materials Needed To Make Compost

Description of those materials needed to make compost. Easy to follow list of materials that are need. Additional list of what materials should not be used. Proper video links and additional materials to learn the process

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August 25, 2014

How To Make Compost

How to make compost or black gold! One of the easiest ways to restore your soil and fertilize your plants is by adding compost. Old time gardeners considered consider compost “black gold” because it is filled with the microorganisms and nutrients needed to grow a …

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July 29, 2014

Raised Garden Beds

rThere are many ways to grow food and different cultures around the world practice various methods. Using raised garden beds, is a popular way to grow in many parts of the world. Especially in some mountainous areas still is the way to grow food. Here …

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