Archive for the 'Herb Gardening' Category

Flower Gardening–Sourcing Plant Material

May 23rd, 2008

Hi,
Today the subject is the sourcing of plant material for flower gardening.
Plants, seeds, bulbs and trees are available for purchase at the grocery store, hardware store, local nursery, and mega-home stores. To get quality plants, you need to think about certain things. If you live in an extremely warm or extremely cold area, if you […]

Comment on Post–Vegetable Gardening Planting Plan 2

April 26th, 2008

Hello,
I apologize for the post. I am having a problem with my word processor.
I will fix this.
Thank you for you patience.
Larry

Vegetable Gardening–Planting Plan 2

April 26th, 2008

Hi,
Here is the second post on a vegetable gardening planting plan
In the new way of gardening there are four things that will be of great
assistance to the experienced gardener, and that are indispensable to the
success of the beginner. They are the Planting Plan, the Planting Table,
the Check List and the Garden Record.

Do not […]

Status

April 21st, 2008

Hi,
I am updating my version of WordPress and expect to be back to publishing new posts shortly.
I will keep you apprised.
Thanks for you patience.
Larry
Great Gardening!
www.organicgardensystems.com
Copyright © organicgardensystems.com

I Am Back

April 16th, 2008

Hi, 
I am beginning to get time to take care of my blog again.
I will be starting a new series of posts in the next day or two.
Let me know what you think.
Great  Gardening ! 
Larry
www.organicgardensystems.com
                                                         Copyright © organicgardensystems.com

April 8th, 2008

Hi,
I have been deeply involved in getting my house ready for sale. I had forgotten how much work is involved.
I will be making some new annoucements about the blog in a few days. There are some new things coming down the pike
This blog is a place where you can comment and ask questions. Please join […]

Controlled-Release Fertilizer

March 13th, 2008

Hi,

Let’s talk about fertilizer. Today I will talk about controlled-release fertilizer
Controlled-release fertilizers are generally recommended for warm, mild and cool climates.
In addition to containing nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, a good slow-release plant foot will also contain essential micronutrients such as boron, copper, magnesium and iron.
Slow-release fertilizers control the release of adequate amounts of fertilizer according […]

Garden Tools Miscellaneous

March 11th, 2008

Hi,
Let’s talk about gardening tools. Today I will cover miscellaneous garden tools..
Trowel – A trowel is one of the most versatile and handy tools a gardener needs. They come in various widths and lengths, but are invaluable when it comes to working in your garden. A must have.

 Weeder - A weeder looks similar to a […]

Gardening Tools—Pruning Tools

March 6th, 2008

Hi,
Let’s talk about gardening tools. Today I will cover pruning tools.
Hand pruners cut stems up to 3/4 inches in diameter. Two types of pruners are available: bypass and anvil. Bypass pruners have sharpened, curved, scissors-type blades that overlap and anvil pruners have straight upper blades. 
Lopping shears cut through branches that are up to 1 […]

Garden Tools–Hoes and Rakes

March 5th, 2008

Hi,
Let’s talk about gardening tools. Today I will cover hoes and rakes
Garden hoe – A must for every garden. The conventional design of the garden hoe is a long handle with a flat blade set at a right angle on the end. Garden hoes come in different widths and are used to weed and groom […]