Planning your garden practices based on the phase of the moon is an ancient practice seen throughout the world. For a millennia farmers and gardeners have taken note that the moon's phases can affect plant growth and development. This has developed in a method that involves planting, pruning, and harvesting crops based on the lunar calendar.
There is nothing like harvesting food from your backyard. Whether its a small urban plot or a more extensive backyard space, urban gardening holds so many benefits for our wellbeing and enhancing our lifestyle!
Want to have a garden, but don’t have the space? Fret not, container gardens are the solution to the woes of urbanites and farmers alike. Aside from having the ability to produce a significant amount of food within a limited space, container gardens allow you to have full control of what going into your soil.
In the quest for a thriving garden, two essential challenges often come to the forefront: water conservation and weed control. Fortunately, there is a simple and effective solution that addresses both issues simultaneously – mulching. Mulching not only helps conserve precious water but also acts as a natural barrier against weeds.
Planting in succession is an ideal way to keep your harvest coming out of the garden as long as possible. Depending on where you live, your season may be long or short. The good news is there are great ways to expend your harvest on the front and back end of your season.