Category Archives: gardening

In a space approximately 3 x 2 ft, in a 5 x 3 raised bed that is crowded full, about five pounds of beautiful potatoes were harvested. The space pictured was 2/5ths red clover for tea and nitrogen fixing, and … Continue reading →

Any outdoor activity in any part of the world right now includes heat, unprecedented heat; even in the southern hemisphere where it should be winter. Gardening is certainly an outdoor activity, dependent upon beings and weather conditions  only found outdoors. … Continue reading →

So far, what has gone well? Most seeds sprouted in seed snails did well. The tomato plants, however, have not been happy (left photo). They were seeded in the same peat-free medium, same lights, trays, watering. I have started potting … Continue reading →

So far … a follow-up on Back to the Roots, No Peat/Peat Free, Potting Soil. seems to provide balanced nutrition. That is observed by the variety of seeds started and that they all appear healthy. seems to be non-compacting and … Continue reading →

Want to give a quick report on how the No-Peat Potting Soil from Home Depot is working as well as report on seed snails at this stage. Big thumbs up, thus far! Yes, Back to the Roots (peat-free) Potting Mix … Continue reading →