Rainwater collection was legalized in California with the Rainwater Capture Act in 2012. Before then, permits were required and still are in many states. But Californians are in luck! Even though gas is sky-high, and housing prices are through the roof, rainwater is...
Hydroponic gardening offers several advantages over traditional sod-busting, including: The efficient use of space Water conservation Better pest control Faster growth rates Commercial farmers have embraced the technology. Chances are those juicy cherry tomatoes you...
Different plant species have different water needs. It’s easy to over-water or under-water a garden, whether you’re growing flowers, shrubs, or vegetables. Over-watering can harm your plants as much as under-watering. Plants that prefer dryer soil will...
If you’re looking to start a garden, but don’t have the space for a traditional garden plot, you may want to build a raised garden bed. A raised bed is simply a raised platform for growing plants. The frame can be made of various materials, including...
I believe anyone and everyone is capable of practicing vermicomposting (worm composting). Even those limited on space, living in a small apartment. Whether you’re creating soil for an entire farm or your houseplants and windowsill herb garden, the benefits are...
Everything in every cell of your body was once a biological or elemental part of your environment, originating in the soil, air, and water. You came from the earth. Like all living things, your life is supported by the Earth, and one day your physical body will return...
