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The Future of Farming: Artificial Intelligence and Agriculture

November 22, 2023 by Carol O

 Farmers use AI for methods such as precision agriculture; they can monitor crop moisture, soil composition, and temperature in growing areas, enabling farmers to increase their yields by learning how to take care of their crops … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Farming, From The Ground Up, Gardening Methods Tagged With: AI

Guide to Soil Amendments: What They Are and How to Use Them

October 13, 2023 by Linda SE

Very few gardeners are in the lucky position to have ideal soil—rich in nutrients and well-draining yet holding enough water so that the plants can absorb it. But soil is not static, there is a lot you can do as a gardener to improve it thanks to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: From The Ground Up, Gardening Methods, Soil /Mulch /Compost Tagged With: soil amendments

Bring houseplants indoors before the first frost

October 12, 2023 by Carol O

As fall draws near, it’s time to bring houseplants inside for winter.  Read more: Source: … [Read more...]

Filed Under: From The Ground Up, Gardening Methods, General Gardening / Landscaping Tagged With: indoor plants

A Guide to Dividing Perennials

October 9, 2023 by Linda SE

By definition, plant division is a form of vegetative propagation where each divided piece is capable of producing roots and shoots. This important gardening job is not as daunting as you may think; just follow a few principles that answer the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: From The Ground Up, Gardening Methods, Perennials /Annuals, Tasks Tagged With: divide perennials

COVER CROPS IN RAISED BEDS

September 22, 2023 by Linda SE

What should you do with raised beds in the winter after the edible and floral fall crops are done, or for those couple months between summer and fall plantings? Plant cover crops, of course! Continue SOURCE: Clemson Cooperative Extension … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Container Gardening, Gardening Methods Tagged With: cover crops, raised beds

POWDERY MILDEW

September 6, 2023 by Carol O

Powdery mildew is the name given to a group of diseases caused by several closely related fungi. Their common symptom is a grayish-white, powdery mat visible on the surface of leaves, stems, and flower petals. There are many hosts, and although this … [Read more...]

Filed Under: From The Ground Up, Gardening Methods, General Gardening / Landscaping Tagged With: powdery mildew

Planting Fall gardens: Fall Gardening Guide For Zone 7 Gardens

August 13, 2023 by Linda SE

Summer days are waning, but for gardeners in USDA zone 7, that doesn’t have to mean the last of the fresh garden produce. Okay, you may have seen the last of the garden tomatoes, but there are still plenty of veggies suited for zone 7 fall planting. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fruits /Veggies, Gardening Methods, General Gardening / Landscaping Tagged With: fall gardening, fall planting

Garden Journaling with Phenology Facts

July 7, 2023 by Linda SE

Where do you find good gardening models, resources, and information on how to care for a garden over time?  Old-time gardeners relied on the bloom sequence of common and native plants growing in their local regions to let them know it was safe to sow … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Environment /Water, Farming, From The Ground Up, Gardening Methods, General Gardening / Landscaping Tagged With: phenology

Powdery mildew in the flower garden

July 5, 2023 by Carol O

Powdery mildew is a common fungal disease that affects many different plants in the flower garden. Continued: … [Read more...]

Filed Under: From The Ground Up, Gardening Methods, General Gardening / Landscaping Tagged With: powdery mildew

10 Adaptive Gardening Rules To Live By…

June 26, 2023 by Linda SE

Adaptive gardening offers a myriad of ways for gardeners of all ages with a limited range of motion, the wheelchair bound, or anyone wanting to reduce stress on their joints, to identify what works for them in their garden according to their personal … [Read more...]

Filed Under: From The Ground Up, Gardening Methods, Tools /Techniques Tagged With: adaptive gardening

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