Howard Garrett 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 ...

Soil solarization is the hottest way to eliminate pests, plant diseases, and weeds from your garden.

One of the most common examples involves the use of manure. Gardeners frequently incorporate raw manure in the fall or ...

Healthy soil doesn’t come from a bag—it comes from smart, creative choices that turn everyday waste into garden gold. Rich, ...

Organic gardening is an approach to gardening that emphasizes the use of natural and sustainable practices to grow plants while minimizing the use of synthetic chemicals and artificial fertilizers. It ...

Create your own sustainable permaculture garden with these essential tips.

Gardeners are using fewer chemicals than ever, but that doesn’t mean fertilizers are unsafe. Here’s how to balance organic methods and soil health.

Students at the Valley Youth Center in Gary-New Duluth are learning how to make things grow naturally. Organic Gardening is a new program at the center, and its purpose is to immerse students in the ...

Ah, organic gardening: juicy tomatoes, sweet strawberries and crisp kale — it’s perfection, right? It can be, especially with the help of beneficial insects to do some of your dirty work for you.

Soil tests are available through the Spokane Conservation District for $30. Go to https://bit.ly/2ZieQGt for details on how to take the samples and submit them To review the list of products, ...

While insect and disease problems pop up only occasionally among our plants, and may even clear up on their own, weeds are always with us. They are a constant, not occasional, problem. And a weed ...

Can plants grow in artificial light? Wondering how to grow plants indoors? It’s possible to grow indoor plants using both natural and artificial light. MacGyver is legendary for his ability to combine ...