The Importance of Redundant Plant ID Tags
See the video at the bottom. After sharing this post on the OurFigs forum, I was reminded by Johnson1 how well oil-based paint markers work on tree trunks. This works best on somewhat larger trees. I only write the variety name with the oil pens, but I guess it’s possible to add the source and […]
2019-01-13 Improve Plant Health & Nutrients with Swales
This is something of an update on my swale construction, but also some thoughts on the value of facultative anaerobes (which I kept calling functional anaerobes in the video) and soil EH, also called reduction potential or redox.
2018-11-29 Build Swales to Improve Soil Moisture & Decrease Erosion
Building swales has been one of the best things I’ve done on my property.
Why I Avoid Container Gardening
I’m not totally against the use of pots for gardening, but here are some reasons I try to avoid them when I can.
2018-11-05c My Irrigation – An Alternative
Can swales or water catchments replace or reduce the need for irrigation?
2018-11-03b My Irrigation – Garden Hoses & Fittings
Though often overlooked, quality garden hoses can make a real difference in saving time and frustration in the garden. See the video down below. Here are some of my favorite hose items: