A Guide To Using Epsom Salts In Your Organic Garden
There are divided opinions on the use of Epsom salts in the garden, and some have observed that there is not much research to prove that their application is beneficial.…
How To Control Soil Erosion In A Permaculture Garden
Soil is the foundation of permaculture gardens, so it is vital to prevent the loss of soils through erosion. Luckily, there are a variety of commonly-used permaculture practices that can…
What You Need To Know About PH And Organic Soil
Successful gardening is as much about chemistry as botany. Soil chemistry, for example, has an enormous influence on plant health. Have you ever wondered how soil pH affects the growth…
What Is Urine Permaculture? (Find Out Here)
So, you’ve adopted the philosophy of permaculture and are working with nature in the management of your homestead. You thoughtfully observe what’s happening on the land and see how everything…
How To Make A Homemade Bloom Booster: A Quick Guide
It is easy and cheap to make your bloom booster fertilizer at home. There is no need to purchase costly fertilizer products from garden stores because you can make a…
Is Diatomaceous Earth Safe For Organic Gardening?
Organic gardening has long been seen as a safe way of producing uncontaminated healthy food. With growing concern over a variety of pesticides containing harmful chemicals, a lot of people…
How To Build & Develop Soil In Wood Chips: A Quick Guide
As gardeners, we are always looking for ways to keep our growing as natural as possible, and part of that is finding ways to improve the soil without using chemical…
Can Glyphosate Be Used On Organic Crops? Here’s The Truth!
Many families like to choose organic foods when shopping at the grocery stores to avoid toxic chemicals. But even farmers who grow organic crops can add some herbicides and pesticides.…
5 Of The Best Organic Herbicide Options You Should Be Using Instead!
Organic herbicides are made from natural ingredients and are far less harmful to the environment than chemical herbicides. Many gardeners are switching to organic products to control unwanted weeds. However,…
How To Use Neem Oil For Organic Farming: A Quick Guide
I’m sure you’ve probably heard of neem tree oil and its excellent uses in the garden. It’s famous for eliminating powdery mildew. But neem oil has so many more benefits.…
What Mulch Should You Use In Your Garden
Nature despises bare soil in your garden and it will work to cover it with something if you don't (usually weeds you don't want there). Mulch it a great option…
What is Bokashi Composting?
Bokashi is a form of composting that is different than other types of composting since it is an anaerobic rather than aerobic process that ferments organic material instead of fully…
Composting Basics: Make Use Of Waste and Improve Soil
I believe every homestead should be composting in some way if they are growing any food in the soil. Turning organic matter into a valuable garden amendment makes sense for…
7 Uses For Hairy Vetch On The Permaculture Homestead
When it comes to cover crops, one of my favorite plants to grow is Hairy Vetch. This plant has a few great qualities about it that make it useful on…
What Is Aeration Of Garden Soil?
Aeration is the process of loosening compacted soil to better allow oxygen, water, and nutrients to get to the roots of plants. This can be done by perforating the soil…
What Is Biomass In Permaculture Application?
The term biomass, in general, refers to using plant and animal material to produce energy usually in the form of electricity or heat. When The Term Is Used In Permaculture…