(Via Gardening Question of the Day (from The Old Farmer's Almanac))

Posted by admin to Uncategorized on 2008-07-08, 19:00:00

I have heard that you can "plant" a vitamin pill next to a plant and have a healthy plant as well as a bountiful harvest. Is this a joke? I’m not talking about Epsom salts (or eggshells). (answer).

From The Old Farmer's Almanac.

(Via Home and Family: Gardening Articles from EzineArticles.com)

Posted by admin to Uncategorized on 2008-07-08, 13:49:49

Synthetic grass is the most preferred when compared to real grass these days. As this is largely applied on football fields, playgrounds, day cares, schools and backyards of homes, and the safety becomes the important aspect.

(Via Home and Family: Gardening Articles from EzineArticles.com)

Posted by admin to Uncategorized on 2008-07-08, 13:34:23

In recent news the U.S food and drug administration (FDA) is currently searching for the cause of the recent outbreak in tomatoes.Over 165 people have become ill all over the U.S. There are over 1.4 million cases of related food poisoning, in 2006 there were about 600 deaths related to salmonella. Is the way we grow the food affecting our crops? We will take a look at fertilization especially organic fertilizers and show the effected risk and concerns.

(Via Home and Family: Gardening Articles from EzineArticles.com)

Posted by admin to Uncategorized on 2008-07-08, 13:27:53

Water tomato plants when the top 1" of the soil is dry. Stick your finger into the soil and if it is dry past your first knuckle, water the plants.

(Via Snappy's Gardens Blog)

Posted by admin to Uncategorized on 2008-07-08, 12:47:00

(Via Home and Family: Gardening Articles from EzineArticles.com)

Posted by admin to Uncategorized on 2008-07-08, 12:39:27

Many choose indoor growing for their food for health and safety reasons. It seems every day brings a new food scare. Some consumers have made decision to take personal control of what goes into their food. Having your own farm is now made possible by hydroponics no matter what the weather is like where you live. Vegetables and fruits can be harvested year round with indoor gardening which allows you to control exactly which pesticides are used.

(Via Home and Family: Gardening Articles from EzineArticles.com)

Posted by admin to Uncategorized on 2008-07-08, 12:28:04

More and more people are looking for ways to save money with the ever rising cost of food as well as gasoline. Some might say that there is a recession happening. That is why many people are doing every little bit that they can to cut corners to make ends meet.

(Via Home and Family: Gardening Articles from EzineArticles.com)

Posted by admin to Uncategorized on 2008-07-08, 11:58:32

Growing vegetable plants need plenty of nutrients in the soil. You do not want to add chemical fertilizers as you wish to avoid adding chemicals to an organic garden. Grow wonderful fruits and vegetables.

(Via Home and Family: Gardening Articles from EzineArticles.com)

Posted by admin to Uncategorized on 2008-07-08, 11:35:57

O.K. you have got the idea that Bonsai is all about miniature trees, but you're clueless about "Shakan - Chokkan - Moyogi"? Don't panic, you don't need to know the proper names of styles or tree species, such as Bonsai Juniper or Bonsai Japanese Maple. All you need in the beginning is the desire to want to grow a bonsai plant and some basic knowledge.

(Via Home and Family: Gardening Articles from EzineArticles.com)

Posted by admin to Uncategorized on 2008-07-08, 10:55:00

Many birdlovers enjoy putting decorative birdhouses in their yards. One of the most popular and ornate styles to be found is a Victorian birdhouse. Here's a look at some of these homes.