Michelle Obama—A Role Model for Environmentally Conscious Children

First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama, recently announced that she will be clearing the ground for an organic vegetable garden at the White House.  This announcement comes on the heels of a national trend for people to go back to growing their own flower and vegetable gardens, and even digging... Read More

Gardening at the Dragon’s Gate - Review

Gardening at the Dragon’s Gate At Work in the Wild and Cultivated World By Wendy Johnson Wendy Johnson has gardened at the Green Gulch Farm Zen Center in northern California for over thirty years.  She tells her life story as it is connected to the garden. Her flowing text is transcribed from... Read More

Organic Fertilizers and Plant Foods

Many gardeners choose to improve their plants’ nutrition by using fertilizers.  However, if you’re going the organic route, many conventional fertilizers are a poor choice.  Many of these chemicals can have a negative effect on the world around us, as well as our health and that of our pets and... Read More

Composting 101

You may have heard about compost and the benefits that can occur.  Compost is a mixture of different organic substances that can be recycled, such as yard clippings, leaves, twigs, and kitchen waste.  As long as the items can be decomposed, then it can be used in compost.  Many people have started... Read More

All About Composting

About Composting Your eco-friendly house is filled with natural cleaners and your clothes are made from organic cotton and hemp. Your make your own lip balm from natural ingredients. So far, so good! How’s your compost pile doing? Are you getting some great compost for next season’s organic garden?... Read More