Worm composting can be done even in a small apartment. Just make your bin a size that fits your available space, and downsize your worm population and scrap feeding appropriately. Even with a small bin, you can dispose of at least some of your kitchen scraps--reducing your overall waste--...
Make a garden plan: Draw up a plan on paper and make a schedule of when to plant. You can also include reminders of when to fertilize and replant in a garden planner.Do your homework: Familiarize yourself with the vegetables you want to grow, as well as what grows well together (...
You’re probably thinking, “Why in the world would I want to create a worm farm?” Well,wormfarming for a lot of people is considered a hobby. However, when they find out the benefits that come with doing it, they get pumped up and really get serious about it. More people are embr...
Maintaining the right moisture levels in our green spaces is crucial for thriving plants and vibrant blooms. A well-thought-out approach to hydration can make a significant difference in the overall health and appearance of our flora. In this section, I will share some of the most effective me...
Keep soil moist. Containers will dry out more quickly than garden soil, so check daily and provide extra water during heat waves. Learn more abouthow to grow tomatoes in containers. Growing Watering Tomatoes Water in the early morning so that plants have sufficient moisture to make it through ...
How fast it works: 2 to 3 days after application What to use to apply it: Garden sprayer When to use it: At the first signs of small armyworm larvae before they reach later stages. In the early or late parts of the day. Bt is a bacterium naturally found in the soil. It produces...
By planting strategically, or companion planting, you can integrate pest-repelling plants into your garden, without discouraging the beneficial bugs. For example, marigolds will deter bugs (squash bugs, tomato hornworms, and even whiteflies) around your garden. They’ll also attract the bugs ...
Add a pound of live composting worms. Add a cup or two of kitchen scraps. Cover the bin with a loose-fitting lid. Place drainage tray underneath bin. Need a reliable supply of nutrient-rich compost to amend the soil in your garden beds and container plantings? It’s easy to make your...
Placing your ventilation holes towards the top of the bin is key. Red wiggler worms have a tendency to try and escape their environment whenever they aren’t completely satisfied. Don’t panic. Reasons for these prison breaks range, and not all of them mean that you are a bad worm parent...
Install an ant trap next to ants’ nests or runs. Worker ants collect bait from the ‘bait station’ and take it back to the nest where they share the bait with other ants in the nest, including the queen ant. Ants in the garden ...