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Tag Archives: Soil
Black Gold Organic Potting Soil
For whatever reason, finding quality potting soil is very difficult anymore. Several years of use of this brand have yielded satisfactory results.
2019 Reading Challenge: Sustainable Agriculture
Twelve books to stretch your paradigm and inspire you for a new year of country living.
Garden Soil Colors and What They Mean
Soil color can be a useful tool for evaluating a garden site. If you have dark brown or black soil, great! However, other colors will work with care.
What is Vermicompost?
Vermicomposting is the process of creating compost with earthworms. Finished vermicompost looks like quality soil but is rich in microbes.
C:N Ratios of Common Organic Materials
Attention to the C:N ratio of your compost pile can keep it working smoothly and quickly. And it may be useful for troubleshooting!
What is Permaculture?
Just the basics on this comprehensive approach to sustainable living.
11 Applications for an Agricultural Interest Besides Farming
Running a farm or ranch is not the only way to cash in on your agricultural interest.
Pros and Cons of No-Dig Gardening
Tired of tilling? It’s time to throw in the trowel and let soil microorganisms do the work.
Sand Dropseed
This unique seed-throwing grass plays an important role in rebuilding damaged shortgrass prairie.