Tag Archive: soil

What Is Soilless Potting Mix And How To Use It

Jesse Singer

The term “soilless mix” is thrown around a lot in the gardening world, assuming that we all know what it means. But what if you don’t? Well, give me a few minutes of your time, and that will no longer be the case. And next time you’re at a party and someone says “soilless mix”…

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Studies Point To Biochar As A Solution To Environmental Issues

If there is a magical, organic substance that can be added to the soil for better crop quality and higher yields, it just might be biochar. Gardeners around the world are treating their plants to it, and ongoing research is finding different ways we can use it to our advantage. Biochar’s Many Benefits It all…
March 1, 2019
Catherine Sherriffs

Guano: From The Bat Cave To Your Gardens

For thousands of years, from the time of the Incas through modern-day, bat guano has been used in farming worldwide. Within the growing industry, bat guano is often sold as a flowering-stage booster applied to increase the size and weight of fruits and vegetables.
November 23, 2018
Stoney Tark

Preparing your Soil for Winter

Soil is considered as an essential foundation for growing plants and trees. Though each plant type requires different needs, you can easily give them appropriate nutrients through soil preparation. Fall is the best time to prepare your soil for winter. Certain activities may be completed such as stray plants clean up and tilling your soil.…
October 20, 2017
Ann Sanders

Roundup: Toxic Algae Feed

Just one more delicate balance destroyed by Roundup. Toxic algae gets bloom booster applications in Lake Erie from Roundup Ready crops. The glyphosate applications create 20-25% of the lake’s phosphorous pollution. The problem? Mobilization of dissolved reactive phosphorous (DRP) draining into the Maumee watershed. Cynobacteria find glyphosate itself highly nutritious. It’s reached epic proportions in…
July 30, 2016
Agent Green

Open Source Urban Farming

Forward thinking urban agriculture – better than remote control and SMS reminders. Beyond the DIY hydroponic system, and the reclaimed materials urban garden planter – there are those who see how much the world needs food produced with less trial and error. Fresh fruits and veggies that are easier to grow thanks to computers and robotics.…
November 7, 2015
Callie