One of the elite 17 elements, potassium (K) is essential in the growth, development, and reproduction of plants. Along with nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P), potassium is categorized as a [...]
When I began vegetable gardening ten years ago, my fascination and curiosity in learning how to grow as many different plants as possible took control over execution. My first garden was [...]
Potatoes are easily one of the most beloved root crops grown by the home gardener. They consistently produce high yields, are relatively easy to grow, keep well in storage and are enjoyed by the [...]
Plants are often thought of as docile, passive creatures that are helplessly reliant on the soil in which they grow. However, some species of plants have shown, when their backs are against the [...]
The intricacies of plant growth and development are fascinating. Through years and years of evolution, plants have adapted to thrive in an impressively wide range of climates and environmental [...]
If you are a beginning gardener, you will need a set of tools to get started. Used tools will be more cost effective. Spading fork. It allows you to dig into hard soil and break up the ground [...]
Here is Part 2 of Organics and Synthetics (An Unbiased Look). In Part 1 we explored an unbiased breakdown of some of the more notable pros and cons attributed to organics. In Part 2, we will [...]
Over the last couple of decades the divide between the organic growers and the synthetic growers has become the schism of our industry. Debates over the topic often digress into nearly bitter [...]
Hidden far from view there exists a secret partnership. In soils around the world, and, quite possibly, in your own back yard, there is a connection being made. An alliance between two unlikely [...]
Stated as frankly as possible, water is the giver of life. It was the key component in the creation of life on earth and its importance in sustaining all life is insurmountable. This rings as [...]
