An endless struggle within the realm of gardening is keeping away bugs that want to harm your precious crop. An easy way to fight these pests is by planting the right herbs, flowers, and other plants that will repel...
If you have ever considered having a farm or a garden or maybe even both, there are certain tools and items that you’ll need. Every single one of these items would greatly impact the productivity of your farm or...
First of all, what is a compost pile anyway? It is a pile made up of organic kitchen waste and yard waste that decomposes to produce compost, which is useful to fertilize the soil. Compost piles are used by gardeners or...
Are you someone who has always been intrigued by the idea of having your own farm, albeit a small one? Or perhaps you already have one and are wondering if you’re “doing” it right. Farming is labor-intensive but...
It is well known that bees are a necessary and beneficial part of gardening and farming. Many locations, however, have been experiencing a declining bee population for a variety of reasons. So what do you do when you...
Epsom salt is well-regarded as an excellent remedy for sore, achy muscles. It also makes an excellent skin scrub and aid for stomach issues, among other things. But did you know that Epsom salt can also play a powerful...
Most people think that caterpillars can’t cause too much damage in a garden. After all, they’re cute and fuzzy, and turn in to beautiful butterflies and moths—how bad could they be? It turns out that caterpillars are...
Kale is one of Earth’s many super-foods and has been getting a lot of attention in recent history. It is believed that kale can contribute significantly to improving overall health in a variety of ways. Not to mention...
Let’s face it: Fresh fruits, veggies, and herbs are extremely important to a healthy and fulfilling life. Not only are they jam-packed with essential vitamins and minerals, they also provide the body with the...
From time to time people wonder if they are actually getting organic crops when buying from a local farmer or shopping at a farmer’s market. Any farmer can say they practice organic farming techniques, but are...