There is a vast, complex system of microbial life in and around a plant’s root zone at all times. This congregation of beneficial microorganisms
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Vermicompost, also known as worm castings or vermicast, is being produced and marketed as an organic source for essential plant nutrient elements
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A number of years ago, I had the opportunity to assist several County Agricultural Agents who were advising those living in the inner city how to
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The title to this article may sound counter intuitive since growing medias are sold as “sterilized” media. But once you realize that microbes are eve
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If you are a seasoned gardener and really enjoy growing your vegetables but hate weeding there is a great gardening method for you! It is called
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You can never have enough potting soil and a good potting soil recipe is an absolute must. You can’t fool around and get a potting soil rec
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The holy grail of organic gardeners and farmers is how to build topsoil replete with organic matter, high levels of sequestered carbon and an alp
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Most soils are teaming with microorganisms, sometimes referred to as microflora, their variety and population depending on: climatic conditions (
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There is a wonderful organic product that will improve your garden and potting soil. Greensand is a naturally occurring mineral that is
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When most people think of hydroponics gardening they visualize rows of plants with roots dangling in moving water. After all, ‘hydroponics’ means
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