Fine Gardening – Issue 130
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Heal Your Hands With Herbal Balms
To a diehard gardener, rough, beaten hands are a badge of honor. But by the time fall rolls around, enough is enough. The garden is put to bed, and your…
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A behind the scenes look at 'Conifers for Shade' (issue #130, Dec. 2009)
One step into Gerald Kral's garden and you can instantly tell that this is not what you would consider, "a typical garden." When visiting there in late 2008 for the…
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6 Ways to Make Great Compost
Closed bins, pit composting, open bins, tumblers, piling, or vermicomposting: which method is best for you?
Featured Articles
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Ants Aren't Your Enemy
If you think these little insects are pests, think again
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Conifers for Shade
Yes, you can grow evergreen trees and shrubs in shade. Who knew?
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Hot Composting vs. Cold Composting
Hot composting is faster but requires attention to keep carbon and nitrogen in the optimum ratio