Companion planting is the methodology of growing certain plants together in order to increase yield, reduce pest infestations and allow one plant's characteristics to benefit others. The idea of planting certain plants together has been practiced by farmers around the world since the development of early agriculture, around 8,000 BC. Through trial and error, farmers discovered ... Continue Reading
How to Grow Ginger Indoors in 6 Easy Steps
If you love growing plants indoors, why not go for the medicinal herb ginger that can help spice up your meals year round. Here’s how to grow ginger indoors. This post from Healthy Holistic Living unveils tips to grow an endless supply of ginger indoors.Ginger is the perfect herb to grow indoors. It’s very low-maintenance, loves partial sunlight, and you can use parts of it at ... Continue Reading
9 Amazing Benefits Of Diatomaceous Earth
You may have heard about Diatomaceous Earth, but did not know what it is and its numerous benefits. Don't worry as we provide you all the information about Diatomaceous Earth, or Food grade Diatomaceous Earth to be more precise, you will ever need. So, just read on... What is Diatomaceous Earth? Diatomaceous Earth, also known as diatomite, D.E., or kieselguhr, is the ... Continue Reading
How Rainwater Collection Can Save Your Wallet
Set up a simple and inexpensive rainwater collection system to handle all your outdoor watering needs with reclaimed water. This post from Old World Garden Farms sheds light on rain water collection systems that can be easily adapted to almost any home. When we first began to clear the land for our little farm in the fall of 2010 – one of our biggest concerns was water – or ... Continue Reading
Foodscaping – The Beautiful Art Of Sustainable Self Sufficiency
Growing your own food never looked, or tasted, this good. It’s a rising trend that is bringing kiwi gardening aficionados to their knees – literally. A growing number of gardeners are being spotted over the neighbors’ fences, faces beaming with creative zeal, eyes manically gleaming as they dig and plant and cut their way to a fruit and vegetable utopia. The shackles of ... Continue Reading