An easy way to start your seeds is with peat pellets. Peat pellets are compressed discs of Sphagnum peat moss. You can find these at all garden centers and most big box stores. You can buy them with a plastic tray and cover or just the pellets separately. Peat Pots Peat pots are made with sphagnum peat moss and wood …
Types of Berries to Grow in Your Garden
There are many types of berries to grow in your garden. In this post, I will cover some of the common varieties. Berries are my favourite types of plants to grow in my garden. Fresh berries are one of the most expensive foods to buy at the grocery store. They are also some of the most nutritious for us to …
Companion Planting Techniques
Companion Planting Techniques Companion planting is the practice of using various plants to improve conditions in the garden. Some plants are excellent at deterring one or more pests, while others will improve soil conditions, and improve the flavour of nearby vegetables. The goal is to have a diverse garden mimics what we see in nature. In today’s world, mono-crops have become …
Gardening and the Economy
The world economy is becoming more and more uncertain. Major currencies are based on confidence rather than on tangible things such as gold. Whether people are the gardening type or not, people are starting to turn to gardening at home to save money. As energy prices and water prices increase each year the food prices also increase. This is never …