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Enthusiasm is Contagious
« More Farm Inspiration » Tags enthusiasm , farmers , farming , inspiration , passion I often look at the work they've done and wonder how it's possible. When I think about the most influential people in my life, they vary quite drastically in personality—some...
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
What Is Huegelkultur?
In fact, many huegels are built in a wide, open bowl-shape to capture the most energy and warmth from the sun. A few weeks later in mid-spring, the soil in the huegelkultur beds was up to 78 degrees Fahrenheit, which is very warm for Seattle in April.
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Winter is Temporary
Spring will give way to summer, which will blossom into autumn and eventually return to winter. (As did the giant pot of chili I made Monday night; my mother always said there was no better food in winter than a steaming bowl of soup.) Lo and behold,...
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
What is Homeopathy?
Even conventional pharmacies and general stores dispensed homeopathic medicines. Homeopathic remedies successfully treated serious human diseases of the day, like typhoid, cholera and scarlet fever.
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Is Winterberry Toxic?
Humans with severe, prolonged reactions to winterberry ingestion should be evaluated by medical professionals. Despite the beauty of its tempting fruit, eating winterberries should be avoided -- especially by children.
California
Santa Monica
Dreaming is Planning
We're always thinking of ways to better our gardens or brainstorming new recipes to try out in the kitchen, and unlike other daydreams—I'm looking at you, Three Arms—we have the power to make them come true.
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
What Is Ashitaba?
Sphl/Wikimedia Commons It seems like every day there is a new and exciting development in the realm of natural health. Richo has extensive instructions on how to grow it on his website .
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Is That Bug What I Think It Is?
The nymphs of many garden bugs can look a lot alike—work with your county extension office to figure out if what you're looking at is a friend or foe. Leaf-footed bugs are a confirmed garden nuisance in many regions of North America, including portions...
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Is Ground Frozen Solid: Determining If Soil Is Frozen
Test your soil first by walking on it or patting it in several locations. Soil that is ready for planting is easy to dig and yields to your shovel. If you begin to dig and your shovel seems to be hitting a brick wall, it is evidence that the soil is frozen.
Ohio
Willoughby
Cauliflower Head Development: Information About Headless Cauliflower
No head on a cauliflower plant may be a symptom of a lack of nutrients, especially since cauliflower is a heavy feeder. What are some of these conditions that can affect cauliflower head development?Cauliflower has two phases of growth — vegetative...
Ohio
Willoughby
What Is Damping Off?
Also,thoroughly before reuse and discard contaminated soil.Now that you know the answers to what is damping off and what does damping off look like, you can successfully keep it from happening to your seedlings.
Ohio
Willoughby
Is Your Compost Safe?
I checked with several communities near me and have been told there is no testing done whatsoever for chemical residue, before the compost is distributed to residents.Do you know how much of this chemical residue would be absorbed by plants if the compost...
California
El Segundo
Is Your Turkey Green?
I assume that includes packaged lunchmeats and not just turkey on the platter. They are capable of walking, running, even flying, and capable of breeding by themselves. The important thing is to prepare enough brine to cover the turkey completely.
California
El Segundo
Laurel Is a Keeper
When buying groceries supplies for the store, our uncle had to get large quantities: whole boxes, containing dozens of packages or bags. You may not believe it, but I still have laurel dry leaves from my store!
California
El Segundo
Is Lucky Bamboo Poisonous?
It is not native to Asia, and is closely related to the lily. This high-humidity houseplant can grow to heights of nearly five feet.Dracaena sanderiana is considered non-toxic to humans.The ASPCA's Poison Control Center lists lucky bamboo as a toxic substance...
California
Santa Monica
What Is Plant Diversity?
It's worth your time to seek out different species, especially native species; not only will this help in creating biodiversity in your community, but it will also reward you with fewer garden pests and plant problems.
California
Santa Monica
What Is Fallow Ground?
Agriculture can deplete the soil, especially when the same crop is planted year after year. However, modern farmers and gardeners often turn to the wisdom in ancient farming practices.
California
Santa Monica
What Is Okoume Wood?
Solid lumber is used in furniture and joinery where it grows locally. Within its native range, Okoume is considered widespread and relatively common. Okoume lumber has little resistance to insect and fungal attack.Okoume accepts stain and glue very well...
California
Santa Monica
She ... Is a He!
When we informed our neighbors about our new family members, we kindly mentioned that they shouldn't worry about noise because “there will be no roosters.” So now we are trying desperately to find another venue for our gent.
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Pleasure is a Novelty
I've found that sentiment to be true in other areas of life, too: Novelty and pleasure often go hand in hand. I'm not entirely sure why that is, but little things, like buying a new item of clothing or making a new friend, often serve as some of my greatest...
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Is Bougainvillea Deer Resistant?
Still, some plants are less attractive to deer than others. It can also be grown indoors year-round. They come in shades of red, purple, white, yellow and pink. These sprawling plants are vines that can grow up to 30 feet long or tall if they have something...
California
Santa Monica
What Is Alkaline pH?
Commercial services will charge from $10-$30, depending on the amount of information offered. A base generates hydroxide ions when dissolved in water. At pH above 7, phosphorus becomes unavailable, and the build up of calcium carbonate and other toxic...
California
Santa Monica
Why Mulching Is Important
At the time of planting, I pull back the mulch to direct seed, then cover the seeding with a light layer of shredded leaves or straw. Mulching is a simple act that can cause big benefits to your growing season.
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Avast! Insulation is Complete!
This has been, by far, one of our fastest projects on the house to date. Instead of choosing the cheapest company, we chose one priced middle of the road because it was both informative and flexible with our budget.
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Which Chick Is Which?
Sex links are hybrids of two combined breeds that produce females of one color and males of another color. Maybe it's the human need to classify all the things ! A reader has asked, “Recently, I purchased three Black Sex Link chicks and a Black Australorp...
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Chicken-Neighbor Relationships Take Time To Develop
Because our yard felt isolated, we allowed the flock to be free at night. Things are improving, however. We moved to daytime ranging only. It's been two more years since we started mandatory night lock-ups, so I thought Sookie's fence roosting days were...
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Pesticides Shown to Affect Prenatal Brain Development
“Consumers should know that organic practices prohibit toxic and persistent chemicals being applied on the farm. “Label claims abound, but organic is the only system that uses certification and inspection to verify that these chemicals are not used...
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia