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Next step with cinder blocks/cement blocks?
I am confused between the Bio-Intensive Gardening course on here vs. the raised beds with cinder blocks shown in Marjory’s introductory webinar. I have made it this far now in prepping my beds… we had to clear HUNDREDS of these thin yaupon holly trees that you see in the background before I could even start! The blocks are…
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Edible ground covers
@Monek Marie mentioned this in a thread she started and I think it deserves its own space. Have you ever used edible ground covers? What did you use, what zone are you in? What did you find good about what you planted? What were any negatives? Tips? Does anyone have suggestions what to use for an edible ground cover…
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Garden design advice
Hi, I am in north eastern Ontario. I live about 45 minutes from Sault Ste. Marie on the shore of Lake Superior. I have gardened in the past and did fairly well at it. I moved 4 years ago and the ground is predominately rock/flagstone. You cannot dig into it with a shovel. I want to get a garden in asap (I still have snow…
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Indoor gardens
I thought this was an interesting concept. I was surprised that the sides were open, however, since they were considered terarriums. I think a DIY could be simple to construct. A deeper one may be possible with an old fish tank or a more shallow custom made tank. I keep thinking that some turtle tanks are lower in height,…
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What grows well here? (Carolinas)
Good morning! I am new to growing food. What are some ways for me to learn what grows best in my area by season? We have a new home in the Carolinas at the 3200 foot level, so cold weather can run from September to April. It is also a forested property, so if we need 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight we will need to clear…
