Category Archives: Soil

The Aftermath Of Spring

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Ann Lovejoy
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  Dealing With Bulb Foliage Spring bulb displays are so bold and beautiful that it’s tempting to pack the beds and borders with them. However, most are not especially good mixers, wanting a lengthy period of ripening and summer drought … Continue reading →

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Why Compost Costs So Much

Posted on March 20, 2013 by Ann Lovejoy
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  And Where To Find Good Quality Compost As spring arrives, it’s time to replenish our garden soil. Whether homemade or commercial, good quality compost nourishes the soil so it can in turn nourish our plants. Since compost can vary … Continue reading →

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No More Peat Moss In The Garden

Posted on March 13, 2013 by Ann Lovejoy
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  More Manure, Less Peat Moss, Please! Each spring, it makes me crazy to see well-meaning people load up on bales of peatmoss. I know they think they are doing a Good Thing but sadly, they are not. All kinds … Continue reading →

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Sustainable Bed Making

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Ann Lovejoy
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Raised Beds Don’t Need Wooden Sides Some years ago, I attended a workshop on wood safety, part of an environmental conference sponsored by a group called Beyond Pesticides. About 50 people were gathered for this workshop, which presented alternatives to … Continue reading →

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