Wednesday, July 27, 2011

Build a compost Tower


A compost tower will allow you to recycle those grass clippings and yard waste and even kitchen waste. As you fill the tower you can even add manure and red worms from a fishing outlet. This will speed up the process and make the nutrients available faster. The idea of a compost tower is that you add waste to the top and it turns into compost by the bottom. As you water it from the top every week the water picks up the nutrients and carries them out the bottom and into your soil. The plants that you have planted around the tower then get watered with the best compost tea ever. You are also making use of  organic material that would have been wasted. Think of the savings in fertilizer also.

1. Make a cylinder out of wire. It should be around 4' high and 1' in diameter. The
size isn't crucial as yours may be taller or larger around. Either stake it to the
 ground or even better , bury it in the ground.
2. If you are using a large mesh wire then you must line the inside with burlap 
otherwise you are good to go.
3.You can add manure and straw to the bottom to get it going quickly.
4. Make a small mound around the tower to plant your plants. You can plant veggies
or flowers or both if you like. You can also put a tower near a fruit tree also.
5. Water your tower every week. A gallon per week should be right for most sizes.

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Monday, July 18, 2011

A full bloom for your roses



Have you ever cut roses from your garden and those buds refuse to open? Here is a sweet way to get those buds to open. Take a teaspoon of sugar and put it in the water in the vase. Your buds will open and give you there full beauty!

Are your everblooming roses blooming all summer or do they bloom and stop? Do not fret for here is a solution to keep them blooming through the summer! Take 1 1/2 tbsp. of brewer's yeast and mix it in 1 gallon of water. Soak the root zone of the rose after its first bloom and watch as the blooms come again and again!




Do You want your roses to be the most fragrant roses ever?? Here is a great tip to get them fill your  vase and your garden with fragrance. Plant Parsley around your roses! Parsley increases the roses fragrance and you can harvest some for yourself also! This is sustainability at its best.

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Sunday, July 10, 2011

Organic Gardening Tips and definitions

What is an organic garden?
An organic garden is grown and maintained using only natural fertilizers, fungicides and pesticides. No chemical are used whatsoever. Organic gardening also considers the earth and the environment. One should strive to replenish and nourish the soil.
What are the benefits of planting an organic garden?
* the food is fresher and tastes better
* it is better for the environment
* it is healthy and does not contain harmful chemicals
* it is cheaper than buying organic produce from your local market

What is compost tea and how does it benefit my organic garden?
* Compost tea is organic plant food
* It is made from steeping aged compost in water
* Fights off a number of plant diseases including molds, wilts and blights
* It is a great way to control insect infiltration
* Creates healthier plant environment by helping to grow beneficial bacteria in the soil
* diluted compost tea can be used as a foliar spray If you plan on purchasing compost be sure it isn't too new. If the compost is too fresh it can burn the plants.

What are some great natural pesticidal and fungicidal recipes?
* Garlic & Onions - crush the garlic and onions and mix with vegetable oil. Works great as a fungicide, and it kills soft body insects * Hot Peppers - mixed with the garlic spray, it does a great job keeping rabbits away. It also kills soft body insects with the strength of the acidity
* Canola or Vegetable Oil - Pesticide must be diluted heavily with water or it will burn the plants (3/4 cup/gal H2O)
* Alcohol - Pesticide must be drastically diluted with water (1-3 Tbls /gal H2O)
* Apple Cider Vinegar - works as a mild fungicide and fertilizer (1-2 Tbls/gal H20)
* Corn Meal - works as an anti-fungal when put in compost tea
* Compost Teas - mild fungicide and helps control diseases
* Cloves - works as a repellent for flying insects (4-5 Tbls ground cloves/gal H2O)
* Mild Dish Soap - can paralyze insects on direct contact. Partners with compost teas by creating a sticky surface (1-2 cups/gal H2O

Some facts about organic gardening that you may find beneficial:
* Organic farming involves using insects in order to keep away other insects and pests. Lady bugs in the early spring for example will help you to get rid of spider mites, mealybugs, aphids, white flies e.t.c
* Plant disease can also be easily eliminated if you use organic products such as Eco oil, this will help you to keep insects at bay and get rid of those annoying bugs.
* Studies have also shown that pesticides can be very harmful to young children and can lead to long term health problems in both children and adults.
Angela Carey is a freelance writer and lifelong learner. Learn more about organic gardening at http://www.healthyorganicgarden.com/
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