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Another link I want to post concerns tutorials regarding felting wool projects
I don't know how to to put it in the right category and then how to get the title above it so it is readily seen for anyone searching particular topics?
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How do I post the enclosed link where I want it to go? ie, it has to do with bees?
https://crownbees.com/
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Egg carton use
Anybody out there have some DIY ideas for egg cartons? If you do let me know. This is mine. I have been using egg cartons to germinate and grow seedlings. Just top cartons with seed raising mix or equivalent, place seeds into mix, cover and keep watered. Once germination occurs and they've grown big enough to plant out,…
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Bugs!!
I harvested chamomile to dry and as I was pulling the flower heads off I began to notice the flowers are hiding these tiny black bugs. They remind me of aphids...is that what they are? Anybody know? Best pic would f them on the rim of my dehydrator.
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Borage
Borage (Borago officinalis) Borage has large fuzzy green leaves and pretty blue flowers. Bees love it! Right now borage is sprawling all over the place here in the southern rockies at 7500 ft. I did a little research to learn more about this awesome plant, and was just blown away. It is high in vitamin c, vitamin a,…
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Winter Break
Curious to know what do you all do during the down season to prepare for next years growing season? I am thinking about taking some of the courses offered here. Would love to know what you do in order to prepare for the next gardening season.
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Extending the growing season
Anyone here live up north where the weather will not allow you to garden year round without modifications? I have recently been looking into season extending methods and wondered if anyone here has any advice, tips, or methods that they successfully use to grow crops when the weather says you shouldn't be able to? My…
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Seed Storage
I believe that it's very beneficial to save seed whenever possible or practicle. It not only saves money, but it also gives an extra level of insurance in relation to 'food security' and diversity. With the Svalbard Global Seed Vault in mind years ago I began to store all of my seed in the fridge. It can be a bit…
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Nasturtiums
Hey friends, Wanted to share some research on nasturtiums. Amazing and beautiful plant allies! Here are just a few tidbits about them, with links at the bottom. I chose to follow links that would most likely have some research behind them. Garden nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus L.) Nasturtiums prevent cancer, cardiovascular…
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Seed Storage
I believe that it's very beneficial to save seed whenever possible or practicle. It not only saves money, but it also gives an extra level of insurance in relation to 'food security' and diversity. With the Svalbard Global Seed Vault in mind years ago I began to store all of my seed in the fridge. It can be a bit…
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Nasturtiums
Hey friends, Wanted to share some research on nasturtiums. Amazing and beautiful plant allies! Here are just a few tidbits about them, with links at the bottom. I chose to follow links that would most likely have some research behind them. Garden nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus L.) Nasturtiums prevent cancer, cardiovascular…
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Fruit Tree - Organic Sprays
Hey! So, I just bought 10 new fruit trees to plant this weekend. We are super excited to start building our orchard. Anyone have any tips on organic sprays that have actually worked to keep the bugs off? I don't have much to worry about now, but I will come Spring and I want to start preparing ahead of time to ensure these…
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Storing root crops
How does everyone store root crops for use throughout the winter? We are in zone five and grow potatoes, carrots, parsnips, beets, etc... I am looking for some natural storage suggestions, not canning or freezing, which is what we usually do. I would love to see pics of your setup if possible! Thanks :)
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Does anyone know a surefire organic way of getting rid of grasshoppers in the garden?
Last year I only saw a few but this year they are in everything, making my garden look ragtag. I've been spraying with Neem Oil but they seem to be coming back even stronger. HELP!
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Liquid/Aquaponic Fertilizers
I'm gathering up all the supplies I need to grow some leafy greens and herbs in my super small-scale aquaponics-in-a-jar setup. Does anyone here have experience with liquid fertilizers/nutrients? I'm wondering what brands may be best to start out with? Especially with limited space and keeping weight in mind, I'd love to…
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Adventures in High Performance Gardening 8 - The Invisible Marjory and how to garden and travel
LOL! Gosh, I go off on a short trip and leave Lynn to do the show without me... and look what happened! I get stuck with the weeding :( But I laughed out loud when I 'saw' myself as the Invisible Woman. Lynn does a good job showing what's sprouting. And Lynn tells you my secret of how I got the carrots to come up so thick…
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Money Saving tips
I love gardening but it has been a somewhat expensive hobby so far. We’ve always had smaller gardens and grown some fresh veggies to supplement our food supply. We’ve now moved onto our “Agricultural Status” land. We’re required to make a profit to keep our tax status. The problem is, we spent all the money on building a…
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Looking for a good book.
Maybe you guys already know the answer and can help me here. I am wanting a book that breaks down common vegetables and tells exactly what they need to thrive; at what soil temperature to plant, what companion plants are good, what companion plants are bad, what type mulch, compost, fertilizer, etc. that this particular…
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Favorite zuchinni recipes?
Hello Friends, Zuchinni is coming on strong so wanted to learn some new recipes using it! Anyone have favorites that you would like to share? This morning I made a quiche with zuchinni and other veggies. Eggs and veggies from my farm. That is nice! It was good, grandkids were here and liked it too. Planning to make…
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Newbie from Canada - Help! A big challenge problem.
Hello fellow The Grow Network members, I`m a newbie from Canada, and this is my first post. I read posts by other members on TGN and I like it here already. First of all, I’m a hobbyist gardener for several years and with plenty of challenges. However, I have one big one – predators both small (insects) and big (rodents to…
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Newbie from Canada - A big food garden challenge/problem, but where to begin?
Hello fellow The Grow Network members, I`m a newbie from Canada, and this is my first post. I read posts by other members on TGN and I like it here already. First of all, I’m a hobbyist gardener for several years and with plenty of challenges. However, I have one big one – predators both small (insects) and big (rodents to…
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Neighbors who use pesticides
I live in an suburban area with nearly a half of an acre. I believe in organic, pesticide free gardening. My concern is that my neighbor uses some kind of chemical treatment of their lawn. I see the chemical truck parked outside of their house every month. I am afraid that my organic gardening is not really organic. How…
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'Pushing the zone': who has grown tropical & similar delights...
Assume bananas can't be grown in Puget Sound WA ? - Think, again... "David the Good" is also a GN member, and he succeeds in large part because 1st. he got the idea, & then he faithfully... experiments, as do we all. His latest book https://www.amazon.com/Push-Zone-Growing-Tropical-Gardening/dp/9527065704 What Tropicals, &…
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Introducing New Chickens
My roo died. It was a sad sad day, on the homestead, indeed. The loss was fully unexpected. He was young, handsome, and so very sweet. Lorax was a gentle giant, while he believed himself to be small. When I bought him, I knew very little about Sapphire Gems. Part of my lack of knowledge included how to properly identify a…
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rain, rain, fabulous rain! 🌧🌧
We are finally getting some much- needed rain! I am sure many of you are struggling in this drier climate and i would love to hear your thoughts about how you are drought proofing your veggie gardens? It is coming up to another dry Australian summer, and I am contemplating the best crops to be growing with our now limited…
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Companion Planting Combos
Anyone here interested in or currently using planting companions throughout their garden? If you happen to be new to this term, a companion plant is a plant that you sow in conjunction with another crop to help boost fertility, ward away pests, or attract beneficial insects. The overall aim is better health and…
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Any tips on growing good tomatoes?
We have tomatoes growing in containers seem to be taking forever to turn green. Any suggestions on how to make them turn red and yield more?
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How to Squash 🥒 the "problem" of abundance
Saw this and had to share with you all!
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Broad leaf plantain
I am seeking information about broad leaf plantain, an edible (weed). I want to know if it's safe to eat the green seed spikes either in a salad or a smoothie? Do you strip them off the spike or just chop? How should I wash and with what to prevent contamination from animal excrement? Thanks!
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Do you have an heirloom recipe handed down through the family?
As a small child, I was lucky enough to have a grandfather who took my brother and I out foraging (he didn't have a garden of his own.) We would come home with our "treasures" and then he would show us how to make up remedies in the kitchen. Most of what he learned was self taught from library books (no Pinterest back…
