Organic Gardening Basics

Big or small, that patch of earth in your back yard is a part of the planet we live on. Celebrate Earth Day by being kind to it – from proper irrigation practices and plant selection to treating lawns and plants organically.

There’s more to organic gardening than not using pesticides. Learn how this gardening method can help the lives of our children, as well as our environment.

We all know the importance of keeping chemicals away from children, but we don’t always consider the aftermath once the products have been safely applied. Here are a few extra warnings regarding pesticide use, as well as a simple solution for keeping our kids safe.

Thinking about becoming an organic gardener? What does that really mean? Learn about the key principles behind organic gardening.

Let’s love our environment! Sustainable gardening can be practiced at home and in the community. Determine your yard’s sustainability quotient using these tips.

No matter how “green” your approach to gardening, a certain amount of yard and garden waste is inevitable. But that green mantra of “reduce, reuse and recycle” applies to the back yard, too. Take your cue from the sustainable-landscape experts and aim for a zero-waste garden – here’s how…