Organic Gardening
ame vanorio
Apple Pests and Diseases: Organic Prevention ...

Apple trees are one of the most rewarding fruit trees to grow in a home garden. They also attract a wide range of pests and diseases. Knowing what to watch for, and how to respond early, makes a big difference.

I have been told by many farmers and that you cant raise apples organically. That is simply not true. In this article I am teaching about three apple pests, codling moth, apple maggot, and gypsy moth, and two fungal diseases, powdery mildew and apple scab. And how to prevent and control them.

Apple Pests and Diseases: Organic Prevention and Control
Organic Gardening
ame vanorio
Plum Curculio: Prevention & Control

If you grow apples, peaches, or plums in the eastern United States, you will likely deal with plum curculio at some point. The plum curculio (Conotrachelus nenuphar) is a native snout beetle that attacks tree fruit. It is small, but it can ruin a crop quickly if ignored.

As organic growers, we do not panic. We learn the life cycle and interrupt it at the right time. That is the key.

Plum Curculio: Prevention & Control
Organic Gardening, USDA Zone 5 & 6
ame vanorio
Cold Hardy Vegetables For Winter Harvests in ...

In the winter I crave fresh vegetables. My gardening goal is to extend my harvest as far as I can to provide food for my family all year. Today we are talking about hardy vegetables that are powerhouses in cold weather. Not only do these plants tolerate cold they are easy to grow and will thrive in many soil types.

Cold Hardy Vegetables For Winter Harvests in Zone 5 & 6
Organic Gardening, Indoor gardening
ame vanorio
Indoor Food Gardening: Growing Vegetables and ...

Living in an apartment has taught me many new ways to grow vegetables and fruits indoors. I have discovered that gardening is not limited to a plot of soil.

For many people living in an urban apartment or condominium means they can’t garden in the traditional sense. When I left rural Kentucky for urban Wisconsin, I was very anxious that it meant the end of my ability to have food security. Not to mention that I just loved getting my hands dirty and playing in the dirt.

Indoor Food Gardening: Growing Vegetables and Fruits In An Apartment
Organic Gardening
ame vanorio
Starting a Medicinal Herb Garden

Herbs are used in many ways. Medicinal herbs are plants that can help support your overall health. Scientific testing is showing positive results that support the ageless wisdom of our ancestors. Herbs can easily be made into teas, topical creams, and tinctures.

Starting a Medicinal Herb Garden

Organic Gardening

Apple Pests and Diseases: Organic Prevention and Control

Apple Pests and Diseases: Organic Prevention and Control

Apple trees are one of the most rewarding fruit trees to grow in a home garden. They also attract a wide range of pests and diseases. Knowing what to watch for, and how to respond early, makes a big difference.

I have been told by many farmers and that you cant raise apples organically. That is simply not true. In this article I am teaching about three apple pests, codling moth, apple maggot, and gypsy moth, and two fungal diseases, powdery mildew and apple scab. And how to prevent and control them.

Plum Curculio: Prevention & Control

Plum Curculio: Prevention & Control

If you grow apples, peaches, or plums in the eastern United States, you will likely deal with plum curculio at some point. The plum curculio (Conotrachelus nenuphar) is a native snout beetle that attacks tree fruit. It is small, but it can ruin a crop quickly if ignored.

As organic growers, we do not panic. We learn the life cycle and interrupt it at the right time. That is the key.

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Cold Hardy Vegetables For Winter Harvests in Zone 5 & 6

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Cold Hardy Vegetables For Winter Harvests in Zone 5 & 6

In the winter I crave fresh vegetables. My gardening goal is to extend my harvest as far as I can to provide food for my family all year. Today we are talking about hardy vegetables that are powerhouses in cold weather. Not only do these plants tolerate cold they are easy to grow and will thrive in many soil types.

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Indoor Food Gardening: Growing Vegetables and Fruits In An Apartment

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Indoor Food Gardening: Growing Vegetables and Fruits In An Apartment

Living in an apartment has taught me many new ways to grow vegetables and fruits indoors. I have discovered that gardening is not limited to a plot of soil.

For many people living in an urban apartment or condominium means they can’t garden in the traditional sense. When I left rural Kentucky for urban Wisconsin, I was very anxious that it meant the end of my ability to have food security. Not to mention that I just loved getting my hands dirty and playing in the dirt.

Strawberries Zone 6 Growing and Using

Strawberries Zone 6 Growing and Using

What is the best thing about June? Fresh strawberries, of course! Strawberries are easy to grow and provide an excellent yield for the amount of space.

In addition to the fantastic taste, strawberries have many great qualities. They are the first fruit of the season and the quickest fruit to produce from planting to eating. Strawberries are also very nutritious and are loaded with vitamin C and antioxidants.

My Planting Schedule Zone 6

My Planting Schedule Zone 6

Planting schedules can be tricky. You need to understand and be watching climate patterns and weather in your area. It’s important to know the days to maturity of the plants and what type of weather do they grow well in. I live in Kentucky. Zone 6b. Zone Six covers a large section of the country including parts of New England, Pennslyvania, Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Missouri, across Kansas, and into the Rocky Mountain states.

Blossom End Rot: What it is and how to prevent it

Blossom End Rot: What it is and how to prevent it

Blossom-end rot is one of the most frustrating problems gardeners face when growing tomatoes. You check on a plant that looks healthy, only to find dark, sunken spots forming on the bottom of developing fruit. Many people assume it’s a disease or a pest, but blossom-end rot is neither. It’s a nutritional issue tied to how the plant takes up and uses calcium as the fruit grows.

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Organic Roses 101: Your Complete Guide to Beautiful, Eco-Friendly Blooms

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Organic Roses 101: Your Complete Guide to Beautiful, Eco-Friendly Blooms

Who doesn't love roses. They are such symbols of beauty and love. But they can be difficult to grow. Especially the antique varieties. Growing roses organically is possible and very rewarding.

Growing roses organically means working with nature instead of against it. You can avoid synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, creating a healthier garden ecosystem that benefits beneficial insects, soil microorganisms, and your family. Plus, organic roses often develop better natural resistance to pests and diseases over time.

This article will help you grow fabulous roses in USDA Zones 5 & 6 and discusses some fun things we can make from them.