ALMONDS Almonds sprout on year-old shoots, but the wood continues to bear for up to five years. Prune young almond trees to a vase shape. Your ultimate goal is to have a wide tree with an open top. Keep pruning the…
May 2018 Update
So I have been MIA the last 6 months. I have just been struggling to find motivation and time. I am frustrated with myself and it makes me sad. I really do want to finish building this site out. Based…
Your Soil is Teaming With Microbes
How to use the soil food web to benefit your garden Did you know that 22 lbs of the human body is made up of bacteria? These bacteria live in our guts, nostrils, ears, and mouths. Likewise, there are almost 10 billion microbes…
What is Bokashi Composting?
Now that we’ve learned about traditional composting and worm composting, let’s talk about bokashi composting. Since this is a subject that I am weak on, I thought it would be best to get an expert to help us out on…
Making Compost With Worm Bins
Fun Fact: There are approximately 1000 worms in a pound! Why Compost With Worms? If you live in an area with extreme cold or heat, you may want to move your composting efforts inside. One of the best ways to…