Before water came out of hoses, irrigation systems, and sprinklers, farmers of the past had to keep a close eye on thei…
Organic Gardening
Everything You Need to Know About Growing Tomatoes
How do you know when you’re a good gardener? Probably when you grow edible produce. But how do you know when you&#…
5 Wise Watering Techniques for Late (Late!) Summer Gardens
As the heat of the late summer is affecting much of the nation, intelligent, efficient and wise watering techniques will…
11 Organic Gardening Ideas to Make DIY Gardening a Snap
If you want to start a pesticide-free garden, we’re here to help. We’ve rounded up 11 of some of our best organic garden…
3 Expert Seed-Buying Tips
My dad had already purchased his first round of seeds for the family garden. My parents’ back bedroom will soon be…
Laura’s Favs: Tweets and Comments (May 2, 2014)
Happy Friday, everyone! If you’re new to OA, we take time once a week to thank our fans for all the posts, comment…
Laura’s Favs: Tweets and Comments (April 24, 2014)
Happy Friday, everyone! If you’re new to OA, we take time once a week to thank our fans for all the posts, comment…
How to Make a Seed Bomb (the Only Type of Bomb Worth Making)
Bombs usually are not a good thing–the exception being a seed bomb, of course. Seed bombs are mixtures of soil, co…
5 Ways To Eliminate Garden Pests Without Nasty Chemical Pesticides
Creating a successful garden doesn’t just happen. Oh no. It’s hard work that often starts long before the sn…
Growing Peppers in Your Container Vegetable Garden
Bell peppers are delicious raw, grilled, or roasted. They enhance so many of our spring and summer meals. Not only are t…
