As the name implies, organic gardening places great emphasis on natural methods of gardening. These include creating organic fertilizer, composting and using natural plant-based insecticides to deter pests. Traditional gardening, on the other hand, might not follow these practices to a tee. Even beginner gardeners can make the mistake of using store-bought fertilizers and artificial soil mixes that are chock-full of chemicals, as previously noted. Here Zoey Sky, NaturalNews.com, reflects on … [Read more...] about Composting Tips On How To Work The Process
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Adventure Of Growing Herbs In The Shade
Using fresh herbs is one of the easiest (and cheapest) ways to take a dish from basic to brilliant. But for the home cook, incorporating fresh herbs can be daunting and probably raises some questions, as previously noted. Here Tara Dodrill, NewLifeOnAHomestead.com, reflects on herbs that do well in the shade: "Growing herbs in the shade is a wonderful way to increase the amount of crops on the homestead to eat or use. There are a plethora of benefits of living on a partially wooded homestead, … [Read more...] about Adventure Of Growing Herbs In The Shade
Start Your Home Garden By Growing Vegetables For Food Supply
Having a home garden means you can save on groceries by growing fresh fruits and vegetables right in your own backyard. If you’re a little impatient, you can also plant fast-growing vegetables like cucumber and radish. These vegetables can be harvested within four weeks or so, and you can serve them to your family while waiting for your other crops to grow, as previously noted. Here Zoey Sky, NaturalNews.com, reflects on vegetables to grow in your home garden: "Growing vegetables in … [Read more...] about Start Your Home Garden By Growing Vegetables For Food Supply
Why Do You Need To Learn How To Harvest Seeds
If you’re new to gardening, it might be tempting to plant all your favorite crops in your garden. But before you buy seeds or seedlings, check if the plants you want to grow can survive in your area since not all types of plants will do well in your growing zone. When choosing crops for your home garden, consider how much sunlight and rainfall your garden receives. Most vegetables and herbs need at least six hours of sun. On the other hand, some plants like lettuce and … [Read more...] about Why Do You Need To Learn How To Harvest Seeds
Waste No Time On Looming Food Crisis, Sow Seeds And Start Gardening
The benefits of starting a garden are many and varied. For starters, it’s a huge step into self-sufficiency. You get to save money by growing your own fruits and vegetables, which you can then use to cook healthier meals. Gardening is also good for your health because it qualifies as exercise. Plus, it’s incredibly rewarding, as previously noted. Here Kevin Hughes, NaturalNews.com, reflects on the need to start a garden for the looming food crisis: "The looming food crisis is going … [Read more...] about Waste No Time On Looming Food Crisis, Sow Seeds And Start Gardening
Planning And Choosing What Crops To Plant In Your Home Garden
People tend to look for certified “organic” and “pesticide-free” labels on the packaging of fresh produce before tossing them into their carts, and for good reason. Organic foods are reported to contain higher levels of nutrients and beneficial plant compounds than their commercial counterparts. It’s also safe to assume that organic foods contain little to no chemicals from pesticides and artificial fertilizers. But there’s a catch to these benefits. Organic foods are often priced higher … [Read more...] about Planning And Choosing What Crops To Plant In Your Home Garden
Tips To Get The Best Yields In Your Garden This Year
The benefits of starting a garden are many and varied. For starters, it’s a huge step into self-sufficiency. You get to save money by growing your own fruits and vegetables, which you can then use to cook healthier meals. Gardening is also good for your health because it qualifies as exercise. Plus, it’s incredibly rewarding, as previously noted. Here Rose Lidell, Food.news, reflects on simple ways to boost yields in your vegetable garden: "Maintaining a home garden requires a lot … [Read more...] about Tips To Get The Best Yields In Your Garden This Year
Tips To Make Your Home Gardening Journey A Little Easier
The benefits of starting a garden are many and varied. For starters, it’s a huge step into self-sufficiency. You get to save money by growing your own fruits and vegetables, which you can then use to cook healthier meals. Gardening is also good for your health because it qualifies as exercise. Plus, it’s incredibly rewarding, as previously noted. Here Zoey Sky, NaturalNews.com, reflects on working smarter, not harder as you work with hacks for home gardening: "Home gardening may … [Read more...] about Tips To Make Your Home Gardening Journey A Little Easier
Muscle Strengthening Is Linked To A Lower Death Risk
Even if you've never worked out regularly and are older, your body has the same ability to build muscle mass. Weightlifting is anabolic: It builds the body up and promotes the release of the feel-good hormone testosterone, as previously noted. Here Zoey Sky, NaturalNews.com, reflects on weight training or gardening to reduce risk of early death: "A study has found that working out or doing heavy gardening can help lower the risk of early death by at least 20 percent. The researchers who … [Read more...] about Muscle Strengthening Is Linked To A Lower Death Risk
Tips To Help You Get Started If You Are New To Gardening
Because of fears of food shortages due to the COVID-19 pandemic, more people are showing an interest in home gardening to grow their own food. On paper, this task may seem easy, but gardening is a labor-intensive endeavor. Nonetheless, it is a hobby that can offer many benefits, as previously noted. Here Joanne Washburn, Food.news, reflects on important home gardening tips for beginners: "The benefits of starting a garden are many and varied. For starters, it’s a huge step into … [Read more...] about Tips To Help You Get Started If You Are New To Gardening