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Come along as we explore the mysteries of soil life and heritage treasures. Learn how incorporating sustainable methods into your garden may create a dynamic ecosystem of life and productivity. Together, let's grow a more environmentally friendly future.

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Gardening Techniques

A Beginner’s Guide to Crop Rotation

What exactly is crop rotation all about? It’s a practice as old as agriculture itself, and it involves changing the type of crops grown on a specific plot of land ...

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IPM

Evaluating and Adapting in Organic IPM

As we culminate our comprehensive look at Organic Integrated Pest Management (IPM), we arrive at the pivotal 5th step: Evaluation and Adaptation. This discussion of the IPM process has taken ...

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Garden Plant Profiles

Heirloom Herbs For Culinary Use

I’m going to kick things off by introducing you to the world of heirloom herbs. These are not your run-of-the-mill supermarket seasonings. Heirloom herbs are packed with history and flavor, ...

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IPM

4th Step Organic IPM Guide

Understanding Organic Integrated Pest Management (IPM) As we proceed with our discussion of Organic Integrated Pest Management (IPM), let’s delve into the fourth step. Before we delve into step four ...

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Plant Propagation

How To Harvest And Clean Heirloom Seeds

I will kick things off by talking about something quite special: heirloom seeds. These aren’t the run-of-the-mill seeds you might pick up at the local garden center; they’re time-honored legacies, ...

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IPM

Step 3 in Organic IPM Explained

Introduction Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is an environmentally sensitive approach that combines a variety of practices for effective pest control. It emphasizes understanding pest life cycles, their interaction with the ...

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Tools

Key Garden Journal Elements

Introduction to Garden Journaling Garden journaling is an essential tool for any gardener, especially for those devoted to heirloom and sustainable practices. With a garden journal, you can record your ...

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No-Till Gardening

The Basics of Starting a No-Till Garden

Introduction No-till gardening is a method of growing plants without disturbing the soil. Instead of tilling or turning the soil, gardeners plant directly into the soil or use a layer ...

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IPM

Unveiling The Second Step in IPM

Introduction to Integrated Pest Management (IPM) In organic gardening, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a key strategy, akin to a gardener’s roadmap for managing pests responsibly and effectively. It’s a ...

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