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Using Seaweed Fertilizer in Container Vegetable Gardening

Container vegetable gardening is becoming ever more popular for people with limited or no yard space to grow produce. But it’s more difficult to keep these plants healthy in such cramped quarters, and you might be wondering what to feed them. This is where seaweed fertilizer can really shine. The properties of seaweed are ideal for container gardening as it contains a good balance of nutrients. You can add it to your potting soil when first planting and continue to use it for regular feedings. read more...

Seaweed and Fish Fertilizer Is a Treat for Your Garden

Adding fertilizer to soil has been practiced for as long as gardeners have gardened. From your history lessons, you might remember that the American Indian taught the new settlers to add fish to the holes where they were adding corn seeds. Thankfully, there are now much more convenient ways to get the benefits of fish fertilizer. These days you can find it combined with seaweed fertilizer, another healthy addition to your soil. read more...

Vegetable Gardening Tips: Lettuce Growing

Lettuce is a great addition to any vegetable gardening. Not only is it healthy to eat, it takes up very little space, unlike pumpkins. But for an optimal crop a few simple guidelines are helpful. read more...

Natural Garden Insect Control: Is it Possible?

Do you have a garden to take care of? If so you are probably wondering about natural garden insect control because it is all the rage lately. Most likely you are wondering if organic and all natural garden and floral insect control is going to be effective enough to keep your plants healthy and pest free. The answer is yes, and the reasons why will be discussed in detail for you here. read more...

Edible Garden Flowers For Your Edible Landscape

Most people grow flowers strictly for their aesthetic value. Not many people realize that there are a lot of flower varieties that can be eaten. Edible garden flowers can bring amazing flavor and color to salads, and make stunning decorations for cakes and other dishes. And they make an excellent addition to your edible landscaping scheme. read more...