How to Set Up a Gigantic Greenhouse for Year-Round Gardening
Take the opportunity to harvest fresh vegetables and gorgeous flowers all year round by setting up a immense greenhouse.This controlled environment not only extends the growing season, but also provides protection from harsh weather, pests and diseases. Whether you are
No-till rocket from start to finish
Growing rocket without tillage is a plain and environmentally cordial way to produce your own food. These greens can be used on pizza, salads, and as a garnish for almost any dish. By following these steps, you’ll be ready to
Brewing Outside the Box: Making Beer with Mushrooms
When we think of drinking a nice chilly beer, the taste of mushrooms doesn’t come to mind. For brave brewers—and drinkers—adding mushrooms to beer is a great way to combine the healing properties of mushrooms with one of the world’s
Cooking as a Radical Act: Food as Medicine
Eating nutritious, real food is the most significant step toward a long, robust life. And don't forget that bone health is part of total nutrition. Take your food as medicine and medicine for your bones. And you don’t have to sacrifice
Natural feeding of the flock: Feed poultry with fresh greens
Cover crops I love growing groundcovers. If you like puzzles or playing chess, you'll love these too: Despite the challenges that come with it—both in terms of space (a garden that also grows food crops) and time (all four seasons)—maximizing cover
Vermicast Constructions: Worm Real Estate
Farmers rely on earthworms to create vermicomposting systems, and the place where the earthworms live and grow is the most critical part of the operation. Adding vermicompost improves seed germination, increases seedling growth and increases plant productivity. So if you’re
Why does the pH of water in hydroponics fluctuate?
Maintaining proper pH levels in hydroponic systems is crucial to plant health and growth. One common challenge growers face is pH drift. In this article, we’ll take a look at what pH drift is, why it occurs, and how it
Build your own fall harvest cellar
Installing a fruit and vegetable cellar is a great way to keep your harvest fresh during the colder months. With protection from the elements and animals, these cellars can be just as good as a regular fridge. They can be
From the Garden to the Bread Basket: Rosemary Bread, Scones and Stuffing
Rosemary bread is the perfect complement to everything from cream cheese to strawberry jam to pumpkin soup! Enjoy the three recipes below, from rosemary bread to rosemary walnut scones to rosemary filling. And get inspired by this delicious guide and
About thyme: growing, harvesting and drying thyme
Time to talk thyme! Thyme, a medicinal herb and aromatic addition to meals, is uncomplicated to grow and harvest in almost any environment. Follow these tips to start growing thyme in your garden! Below is an excerpt from The Organic