Since the natural organic approach works so well, why do so many people still recommend and use toxic chemical pesticides and salt fertilizers? I’ve written about “organiphobia” in the past, but there ...

Before designing your garden, observe the amount of sunlight in your yard. Choose a sunny spot with easy access to a rainwater collection barrel or hose. Next, decide if you want to build raised ...

Soil tests are available through the Spokane Conservation District for $30. Go to https://bit.ly/2ZieQGt for details on how to take the samples and submit them To review the list of products, ...

While insect and disease problems pop up only occasionally among our plants, and may even clear up on their own, weeds are always with us. They are a constant, not occasional, problem. And a weed ...

Ah, organic gardening: juicy tomatoes, sweet strawberries and crisp kale — it’s perfection, right? It can be, especially with the help of beneficial insects to do some of your dirty work for you.

There’s organic wine, organic dog food, organic hair color and organic pumpkin spice latte-flavored beer. It’s a great, big organic world. And it’s getting bigger. Organic gardening is growing fruits, ...

Tahoe Area Sierra Club, South Tahoe Garden Club and Aspen Hollow Nursery will sponsor renowned organic-gardening specialist, Gisele Schoniger, for three events this month. The organizations have ...

If you’ve ever spent a sunny afternoon pulling weeds, you know how quickly they can take over. It can feel like a never-ending battle, especially if you want to avoid using harsh chemicals. Luckily, ...

Can plants grow in artificial light? Wondering how to grow plants indoors? It’s possible to grow indoor plants using both natural and artificial light. MacGyver is legendary for his ability to combine ...

Join the Woodbridge Main Library April 12 at 7PM to learn how to manage your flower bed, shrubs, trees, lawn, and vegetable gardens with minimal, if any, use of synthetic chemical additives. By taking ...