Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 7, 2011

First, you will want to create a compost pile that will produce organic fertilizer for your soil. There are also compost bins that you can purchase from home and garden stores that will hold your compost. Nutrient-rich soil will help to grow healthy, strong vegetables. You should moisten and stir your compost often.

Grow Your Own 145

Grow Your Own Growing Organic Organization 145

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 16, 2014

None of the trees have produced much fruit in the 5 years since I planted them. I have found that if I spray in February, before things start growing, I kill off whatever it is that is causing the issue, so I’ll do that after I prune, apply true paint and cut up the pruned branches on the compost heap.

Gardening 167

Gardening Garden Flowers and Plants Plants 167

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

One of the more interesting ways to garden is to grow items in containers. You might be surprised at the types of plants you can grow in a container garden. Container gardening can be a great way to grow your own food, improving your self-reliance and living more sustainably. Plant your little seeds in the bottom part.

Reuse 228

Reuse Gardening Garden Plants 228