Random Compost Advice

DefinitionIn simplest measures, composting is the method of turning organic wastes in usable soil. While one can get highly scientific about creating compost, this is my quick and dirty guide to making easy compost (the compost is, however, not so quick). Pile It OnStart out with whatever yard wastes and kitchen scraps you may have. … Read more

Raised Bed Gardening

A quick search of “raised bed gardening” will bring up a basic list of its fundamental advantages… Loose soil, warms sooner, less maintenance, better drainage. Those are all fine and dandy. Perhaps you have other reasons. Significantly raised beds are easier to work. Just imagine being able to sit down and work the beds instead … Read more

Tomato Advice

Tomatoes are perhaps one of, if not the most, popular plants to grow. I have compiled a list of tips to try; many I do myself.SunIts no more basic than this. Lots and lots of sun makes great tomato plants. They can grow in shady spots but the results will not be satisfactory. SoilDark, crumbly, … Read more