Managing a traditional compost pile in winter can take more management than at other times of the year as cold temperature slows down the decomposition rate and this will affect when humus (the mix of decomposed…
Composting is one of the best ways of utilizing organic material that is usually so abundant in winter. The problem is cold weather can adversely affect the decomposition process causing it to slow down or even…
November is upon us and despite being deep into fall there is still plenty of winter garden preparation that needs to be done to get it ready for next spring. For some tasks, this might be…
As November hits, we are well into fall, and depending on your climate zone, you could be dealing with a lawn or yard full of fallen leaves. Raking up these leaves might be a chore but…
When looking at worm castings compared to general garden compost, worm castings have a higher concentration of macronutrients than that of general compost: Nitrogen 2.5% vs 1.5%, Phosphorous 2.0% vs 0.6%, and Potassium 1.9% vs 1.0%. …
Many gardeners look to seed or overseed their lawns in the fall. It is a good time to do so as temperatures have dropped from the heat of the summer and the ground is less firm….
As the weather cools down and winter approaches, it’s important to start thinking about how to prepare your lawn for the colder months. Lawn care is essential for keeping your grass looking its best all year…
The impact of frost on grass seed germination can be significant, depending on the type of grass, the severity of the frost, and the length of time the seed is exposed to cold temperatures. For most…
In colder climates, where temperatures can often drop below freezing, composting can be a challenge. The question then arises do compost tumblers work in the winter? In short, the answer is yes. In fact, they work…
Fertilizing your lawn is an important part of a good lawn care program for ensuring a thriving lawn, but getting the process wrong can also be detrimental to the health of your lawn. Heavy rain and…
There are many options available when considering no-soil gardening. You can either consider a full hydroponics system or instead go for a semi-hydroponic option, Much will depend on your circumstances and/or what you are looking to…
Drip hydroponics is a system of gardening in which water, nutrient solution, and air are delivered to plants via tubing. The drip system hydroponics facilitates vigorous plant growth while minimizing water waste. In fact, the watering…
Vermicomposting is an environmentally sustainable process that helps in waste management, improving soil quality and reducing soil erosion, improving drainage, controlling pests, increasing crop yields, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. In addition, it is a highly…
Most of the cardboard that we use for composting will have been in the form of a box that you have probably already flattened down, or even torn into its sections. Although you can use the…
Granular fertilizers are the most common type of dry fertilizer (excluding compost) used by gardeners. They come in the form of small pellets which are designed to break down in the soil and feed plants with…