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Super Efficient Irrigation
by JW

An interesting concept of providing controlled irrigation to plants through the use of unglazed clay pots buried in you garden space or on larger scale food production fields.

http://growyourowngroceries.org/super-efficient-irrigation-with-buried-clay-pots/

Super Efficient Irrigation
 by JW

An interesting concept of providing controlled irrigation to plants through the use of unglazed clay pots buried in you garden space or on larger scale food production fields.

http://growyourowngroceries.org/super-efficient-irrigation-with-buried-clay-pots/

Image | Edible Weeds
Edible Weeds
by Phil Williams

I think it is a good idea to be aware not only of the lifecycles and functions of common “weeds”, but also their medicinal and food value. It is really surprising to me how many common “weeds” are actually edible.

As a disclaimer, this is for informational uses only. I am not a nutritionist or an expert on wild food, so if you eat something listed in this article, you are doing so on your own. Please bear in mind that some edible weeds look very similar to other poisonous species.
Edible Weeds
 by Phil Williams

I think it is a good idea to be aware not only of the lifecycles and functions of common “weeds”, but also their medicinal and food value. It is really surprising to me how many common “weeds” are actually edible.

As a disclaimer, this is for informational uses only. I am not a nutritionist or an expert on wild food, so if you eat something listed in this article, you are doing so on your own. Please bear in mind that some edible weeds look very similar to other poisonous species.
Image | 6 Plants That Repel Mosquitoes
6 Plants That Repel Mosquitoes
by JW

Besides managing pools of water and sources where mosquitoes breed, planting a variety of beneficial repelling plants in the garden this season with help control these pests and make your summer a little more enjoyable.

http://www.motherearthliving.com/gardening/fresh-clips-herbs-to-repel-insects.aspx

6 Plants That Repel Mosquitoes
 by JW

Besides managing pools of water and sources where mosquitoes breed, planting a variety of beneficial repelling plants in the garden this season with help control these pests and make your summer a little more enjoyable.

http://www.motherearthliving.com/gardening/fresh-clips-herbs-to-repel-insects.aspx

Image | Growing Sunflowers
Growing Sunflowers
by Phil Williams

Everyone identifies with the sunflower. It’s ubiquitous in its representation of gardening everywhere, yet I don’t see people growing sunflowers like they would say tomatoes or peppers. I think we need a revival of this multi-functional plant in every garden.

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Growing Sunflowers
 by Phil Williams

Everyone identifies with the sunflower. It’s ubiquitous in its representation of gardening everywhere, yet I don’t see people growing sunflowers like they would say tomatoes or peppers. I think we need a revival of this multi-functional plant in every garden.

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Image | “Weeds” as Soil Indicators
“Weeds” as Soil Indicators
by Phil Williams

The types of “weeds” that grow seemingly spontaneously in your garden are telling you valuable information about your soil and microclimate if you care to listen. There are certain “weeds” that appear when the soil has been degraded to rehabilitate the soil back to life, or simply as a protectant cover when we leave the soil bare, and open to the elements. These unappreciated plants do all the hard work to make their home eventually no longer suitable for themselves. To add insult to injury we call these plants weeds, and pull, spray, and curse them.
“Weeds” as Soil Indicators
 by Phil Williams

The types of “weeds” that grow seemingly spontaneously in your garden are telling you valuable information about your soil and microclimate if you care to listen. There are certain “weeds” that appear when the soil has been degraded to rehabilitate the soil back to life, or simply as a protectant cover when we leave the soil bare, and open to the elements. These unappreciated plants do all the hard work to make their home eventually no longer suitable for themselves. To add insult to injury we call these plants weeds, and pull, spray, and curse them.
Image | Garden Bed and Walkway Design
Garden Bed and Walkway Design
by Phil Williams

Like most gardeners, my fruit and vegetable gardens were setup in nice neat rows, just like you see on an industrial style farm. Granted I was using many different varieties of plants mixed together, nonetheless the beds and walkways were simply straight and boring. So if not nice neat farm rows, what options are there?
Garden Bed and Walkway Design
 by Phil Williams

Like most gardeners, my fruit and vegetable gardens were setup in nice neat rows, just like you see on an industrial style farm. Granted I was using many different varieties of plants mixed together, nonetheless the beds and walkways were simply straight and boring. So if not nice neat farm rows, what options are there?
Image | Herbs for Every Herb Garden
Herbs for Every Herb Garden
by Phil Williams

Last year I moved my herb garden right next to my front door, and just off my front walkway. This made it extremely convenient to harvest fresh herbs for cooking as I needed them. I also installed an herb spiral to allow for a wide diversity of herbs to be placed in a small area. Denise and I definitely used more herbs, just because of the convenience factor. Denise can pick herbs without having to put on any outdoor shoes. I did make one mistake when I installed my herb garden. I transplanted some St. Johns Wort very close to my front step.
Herbs for Every Herb Garden
 by Phil Williams

Last year I moved my herb garden right next to my front door, and just off my front walkway. This made it extremely convenient to harvest fresh herbs for cooking as I needed them. I also installed an herb spiral to allow for a wide diversity of herbs to be placed in a small area. Denise and I definitely used more herbs, just because of the convenience factor. Denise can pick herbs without having to put on any outdoor shoes. I did make one mistake when I installed my herb garden. I transplanted some St. Johns Wort very close to my front step.
Image | 6 Perennial Vegetables To Plant Once
6 Perennial Vegetables To Plant Once
by JW

As you look to plant your current garden this spring or start breaking ground on a new one, consider planting the following 6 plants to give you great produce year after year. 

http://www.treehugger.com/lawn-garden/plant-some-these-perennial-vegetables-keep-giving-year-after-year.html

Also check out the WSID Article on Planting Asparagus.

6 Perennial Vegetables To Plant Once
 by JW

As you look to plant your current garden this spring or start breaking ground on a new one, consider planting the following 6 plants to give you great produce year after year. 

http://www.treehugger.com/lawn-garden/plant-some-these-perennial-vegetables-keep-giving-year-after-year.html

Also check out the WSID Article on Planting Asparagus.

Image | How to Build an Herb Spiral: Part 2
How to Build an Herb Spiral: Part 2
by Phil Williams

An herb spiral is not meant for large scale production. It is meant to provide many different microclimates in a small space. This is beneficial because you can pack many different varieties of herbs into a small space close to your kitchen, so you can conveniently pick them as you need them. It is also garden feature that can be admired simply for its beauty.
How to Build an Herb Spiral: Part 2
 by Phil Williams

An herb spiral is not meant for large scale production. It is meant to provide many different microclimates in a small space. This is beneficial because you can pack many different varieties of herbs into a small space close to your kitchen, so you can conveniently pick them as you need them. It is also garden feature that can be admired simply for its beauty.
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