Organic vegetable gardens need special care. There are pests and diseases that they are prone to that we need to address so our garden is healthy, and so we get an abundant crop. We do not want to pour dangerous chemicals on our plants and ruin the vegetables, but we do need to declare war on the pests and diseases. The good news is that we can do this by making our own all natural concoctions in our kitchens that are very effective.
Soap and Oil Pesticide – Use organic dish soap or natural castile soap that can be found
Archives for Vegetables
Vegetables and Flowers in the Garden
by Kimberly Hays May 1st, 2013 | Vegetables
I remember when I was growing up, the vegetable garden would be in the back corner of the yard, and the flower gardens were planted close to the patio and around the porches for all to see. It is time to take a hint from the French who have had formal flower gardens that are also include vegetables and herbs. This tradition has gone on for centuries in other countries, all the way back to medieval times. Aside from making the vegetable garden more attractive, the flowers can also be very beneficial.
Adding flowers in the vegetable garden will bring
Adding flowers in the vegetable garden will bring
Vegetables: Easy to Sow and Grow
by Kimberly Hays April 16th, 2013 | Vegetables
If you are interested in planting a garden that is easy to grow instead of putting in a lot of effort, or if you have never tried your hand at vegetable gardening and want to give it whirl, there are several vegetables that will guarantee success. Some vegetables grow more successfully from seedlings and plants, and this can be expensive, especially if they don’t grow to bear vegetables. Instead, plant seeds and sow them yourself. It is very inexpensive, and if you plant the varieties below, you will have these easy to sow and grow vegetables on your table
Organic Gardening: When to Plant Vegetables
by Kimberly Hays March 14th, 2013 | Organic Gardening
Most people think that you have to wait until after the last frost to start planting a vegetable garden, but that is a myth. As soon as the ground is thawed enough to work, spinach, onions, and peas can be planted. For onions, you will have to be sure that you are using onion bulbs and not seedlings. If you do want to start with seedlings, start them indoors and move them outside when the weather breaks. Peas and spinach can be seeded directly into the garden. Below is a guide that will help you to figure out what
Now is the Time for Special Seeds
by Dennis Mayer February 21st, 2013 | Vegetables
As a gardener, the waiting is the hardest part. I know that. Part of me wants to start sprouting tomato seeds today. This would be a big mistake, of course, as tomatoes don't do as well if they're stunted in an indoor pot for too long, then transplanted too late. Most other plants don't benefit from this, either. We still have a month to go before we should really start any seedlings.
But if you need something to do as a gardener, consider shopping for specialty seeds now. Our local hardware/garden shops stock a good general selection of seeds, but
But if you need something to do as a gardener, consider shopping for specialty seeds now. Our local hardware/garden shops stock a good general selection of seeds, but