Definition Integrated Pest Management (IPM) can be defined as an approach that starts with promoting the health of plants and applying a combination of techniques and strategies that monitor pest …
Beneficial Insects
Beneficial Insects As we carry out our gardening tasks, we are often unaware of the great deal of work being done by our allies in the garden, the hoard of …
Weeds and Pests
Organic agriculture is a holistic approach built upon natural ecosystems which include insects, wildlife, diverse plant life and the biological activities of organisms living within the soil and other parts …
Seeds
Propagating plants from seed will provide access to a far greater range of plant varieties than buying seedlings and plants will have a better start in the garden. You are …
Water
For healthy growth plants needs regular water accessed through healthy soil so, for organic gardeners, water is a precious resource. When plants are deprived of water, growth stops and their …
Compost
Compost is an essential component of organic gardening. It creates the humus essential for maintaining that healthy soil ecosystem responsible for the recycling of nutrients in a form accessible to …
Soil
The foundation of productive organic gardening is building and maintaining a healthy soil in which the plants will grow. It is the soil that provides the nutrients needed by plants …
Winter-Hardy Herbs
Growing Winter-Hardy Herbs At a time when there isn’t much to pick in the garden, these robust herbs will add a bit of zing to your winter kitchen. Bay Bay …
Turnips
Growing Turnips Turnips (Brassica campestris) belong to the brassica family, along with broccoli, cauliflower and cabbages, and are closely related to swedes and daikons. They are easy to grow and …
Strawberries
Strawberries are delicious, nutritious and easy to grow if you follow a few easy rules. Site and soil Strawberries prefer full sun to grow well and to ripen the fruit. …