Since the natural organic approach works so well, why do so many people still recommend and use toxic chemical pesticides and salt fertilizers? I’ve written about “organiphobia” in the past, but there ...

Before designing your garden, observe the amount of sunlight in your yard. Choose a sunny spot with easy access to a rainwater collection barrel or hose. Next, decide if you want to build raised ...

As the temperature drops, so do the autumn leaves. Don't worry, though—leaves can actually be good for your lawn, enriching ...

Grow plants naturally and organically—and say goodbye to fertilizers and pesticides. Home gardeners always seek innovative ways to improve their gardens and increase their yields. This is particularly ...

Organic growing techniques have been practiced for as long as humans have tilled the earth. Only since World War II has agriculture become dependent upon toxic synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.

To understand organic garden you need to understand Mother Nature and respect her ways.. Nature, to be commanded, must be obeyed. --Francis Bacon (1561-1626) You can often hear people say, “Back ...

Bird feeders and boxes aren't the only way to help garden birds. A thoughtfully designed garden can not only look beautiful ...

Which organic garden soil should I buy? Beyond warmer weather and longer days, the onset of spring means it’s time to sow seeds and break out the gardening gloves. One of the most important things to ...

In the past few weeks, I've written about using products in your landscape that sound strange and unusual to some gardeners, especially chemical users. I've talked about products like vinegar, ...