by J Tyler

With the growing popularity of organic foods these days, it's only natural that more and more gardeners are turning to organic seeds. But how do organic seeds fit into the organic food movement and a...read more
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by Theresa Rose

Although many very experienced gardeners save seeds from their flowers, saving seeds from vegetables can be a bit more complicated. Unfortunately, it is not a good idea to save seeds from all of the v...read more
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by Theresa Rose

There are great advantages to starting seeds indoors, especially for vegetables, because in some cases, it's the only way to ensure that there will be any type of harvest. It doesn't matter what type ...read more
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by A W Drake

No matter how experienced you might be as a gardener there will be times on a cold autumn or spring morning when the thought of digging over your vegetable plot deflates your enthusiasm. The expectati...read more
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by Just another writer

Producing your own rich organic compost has two distinct environmental benefits. The first involves your immediate environment, namely, your garden. Compost, when prepared correctly, is an invaluable ...read more
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by A W Drake

The purpose of rotating crops in a vegetable garden is to prevent the risk of disease building up in the soil by ensuring the same crop is not grown successively in the same bed each year. This is a f...read more
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by Greg Spinks

While there is a general understanding and consensus on heirloom seeds, there is no exact definition engraved in stone. Heirloom seeds of vegetables or flowers, are generally thought of as "old time" ...read more
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by B.G. Rich

For the gardening enthusiast, mail-order seeds can be a great money saving investment, as well as a terrific way to experiment with new and rare plant species without breaking the bank. There are lit...read more
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by Susan Risley

I have been an organic gardener for thirty years. I can grow just about anything. The problem is that I am mechanically challenged. Whenever I run a lawnmower, the blades get bound up. Every time I...read more
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by Dennis Copson

Gardeners around the country are increasingly aware of Go Green' as more than a slogan. As more and more homeowners are devoted to beautifying their yards, they seek ways to maximize their efforts. Mo...read more
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by Terry Blackburn

We can never have too much organic matter dug into the garden particularly in the vegetable garden. Whilst in the humus (half decomposed state), it acts as a sponge in light soils to retain food and m...read more
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by Vicky Harper

Planting "companion" plants near each other in the garden can benefit both the gardener and the plants. The plants will be happier, and there will be less work for the gardener. "Companion plants"...read more
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by Jared Garrett

Two things that turn some folks off of gardening are weeds and insect pests. But fear no more! There is often a very simple, natural solution to both of these problems. This article will explain how c...read more
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