August in the Vegie Patch + Greenhouse
The trick to a healthy, productive vegie patch is to keep momentum up - little and often is the way, even when its cold out! Get out there at least once a week to remove spent crops. Chop them off at ground level … [Read More...]
August Fruit Tree to-do List
August is your last chance to check in on tree vigour! How well did each of you fruit trees grow last season? Read all about it here, and use the info to decide whether or not you need to apply compost and mulch. If … [Read More...]
Come Hear Me Talk Fruit Trees!
Sun, 24 Aug, 2:30pm - 4:30pm @ Firebird Cafe, Levin Top of the fruit tree to-do-list at this time of year, is to check your fruit trees for health and vigour before they get going again in spring. With that knowledge … [Read More...]
The Healthy Soil Project #4: Chop and Drop
Chop and drop is exactly as it sounds - to chop a plant or tree, and drop the trimmings back on the ground. When the tops are cut the roots slough off adding carbon, organic matter and boosting soil biology. Short roots … [Read More...]
