Burying the Evidence? An Evaluation of Incorporating Kitchen and Garden Scraps Directly into Garden Soil
A thriving garden begins with healthy soil, rich in organic matter. Households generate plenty of organic waste like food scraps and yard trimmings – a valuable resource often lost to landfills. Can we harness this resource by simply burying it directly in the garden, or is traditional composting the better path to fertile soil? This report digs into the pros and cons of burying scraps versus composting.
The Root Cause & The Cover Up: Soil Secrets to Unlock Your Garden's Potential
Meet your garden's soil superheroes! This guide reveals how microscopic mycorrhizal fungi team up with your plant roots to find nutrients and water, while a simple layer of wood chip mulch acts like a protective blanket. Learn how to use these powerful natural tools for healthier plants, less weeding, and less watering!
The Financial Harvest: Estimating Savings from a Home Garden in 2025
Dig into the dollars and cents of home gardening! This post estimates the potential grocery savings for a typical household in 2025 by comparing garden costs, yields (using a Michigan example), and market prices. Find out if your green thumb can yield green savings.
The Seed of Well-being: Cultivating Health Through Your Own Garden
Unearth the surprising health benefits of home gardening. From superior nutrition and less pesticide exposure to reduced stress and better eating habits, learn how growing your own food nurtures both body and mind.