Category: Organic Gardening
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Do we have a magic garden plant mix for you! Last year I thought I had the beneficial plant/companion planting strategy nailed! Then I had a chat with a woman from Arbico and she turned me on to ARBICO Organics Good Bug Blend. Why create a Good Bug Power Blend Garden? As it turns out,…
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Well – The sun has finally come back out again and the garden is quite happy about it! Can you figure out what happened with one of our planter experiments? 😂🙄
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The origins of Root Delight were seeded right here on the farm. I’m calling it C. Forest Farms for right now. It is owned by Claude Forest, Jr. who is a plant & soil specialist. It was once an established nursery with a 100 year old olive grove and now Claude is working hard restoring…
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This is the place to begin. Whether you’ve never touched a trowel or just want a fresh, natural approach, this course walks your whole family through the core principles of natural gardening — from soil and water basics to plant selection, pest management, and planning through the seasons. Take it together, learn together, grow together.…
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New to gardening? Start here. This course introduces the hidden world beneath your feet — what healthy soil actually is, how to read it, and how it directly affects your plants, pests, and water. No science background needed, just curiosity and a willingness to dig in. Course topics: Ready to dive in? Er, dig in?…
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Are you looking to make smarter, more cost-effective choices when buying soil amendments for your organic farm or garden? This course will guide you step-by-step through the essentials of non-synthetic soil amendments, from understanding what they are and how they differ from synthetic options, to choosing the right amendment for your unique soil and crop…
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Ready to go deeper? This course explores soil as a living ecosystem — from the food web of organisms that make it thrive, to composting, soil testing, and science-backed practices drawn from USDA and university extension research. Perfect for gardeners who want to understand the why behind healthy soil, not just the what. Here are…
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Ever planted something and wondered if you did it right? This course gives you a practical baseline for the fundamentals — soil readiness, planting depth, spacing, and transplanting — drawn from agricultural research but translated for the home garden. Trial and error is still part of gardening, but this gives you a solid place to…
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Not all bugs are bad news — in fact, your garden needs them. This course introduces the fascinating world of beneficial insects: who they are, what they do, and how to make your garden a place they want to call home. From pollinators to pest controllers, you’ll learn how to ditch the chemical sprays and…
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Did you know different herbs are steeped best in different temperatures? Here are a few examples from my herb list: 🌿 Ideal Infusion Temperatures Herb Type Ideal Temp Range Steep Time Notes Damiana Leafy herb 190–205°F (88–96°C) 10–15 min Likes near-boiling water for full flavor and mild stimulation Skullcap Leafy herb 180–190°F (82–88°C) 10–15 min Too…
