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No Rain on Our Party
Near as I can tell, they left with the intention of planting some blueberries and strawberries of their own. When we were done, I wished so badly that there were more to harvest. My son, of course, has eaten carrots from the garden many times, but somehow...
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Why Must The Water Pump Be At The Bottom Of A Deep Well?
Fortunately, both of these systems are long-lived and don't require much care. The differences between these two groups are large and many, including the availability of some public services, like water and sewer pipes.
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Bringing Back The Windmill
Whitiker says a construction-savvy farmer can set up the windmill in a single day or weekend, with the assistance of friends or neighbors to stand and anchor the finished mill. Windmills move water using a wheel or large fan on top of the structure to...
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Gardening Off the Grid: Mastering Water and Solar Systems
These types of pumps do often waste some amount of water in the pumping process so they should be coupled only with abundant water sources. Some off-grid farmers might also build tanks by digging holes and lining them with pond liner.
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
5 Techniques For Preserving Homegrown Herbs
If the leaves aren't crispy when you pull them out of the microwave, put them in for another 20 seconds and check them again. Though not all herbs dry well, many do. As you can see, preserving homegrown herbs is a simple and fun process that enables you...
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Irrigation Systems For Xeriscape Environments
Plants grow better with this favorable air-water balance and even soil moisture. For this reason, drip irrigation is preferred and works especially well for xeriscape environments.
Ohio
Willoughby
How to Help a Tree That Is Overwatered
When trees are planted too deeply, they can show signs of being over-watered. If the tree is already dead,you cannot revive it.Remove soil around the tree so there is no more than an inch of soil covering the tree's roots.
California
Santa Monica
Growing With Aeroponics: What Is Aeroponics
It can also get expensive.DIY Aeroponics for the Personal Aeroponic EnthusiastWhile growing with aeroponics is typically easy, many of the commercial aeroponic systems can be relatively costly, another downside.
Ohio
Willoughby
Worldwide Peat Shortage: Soaring Prices, Dwindling Supplies
Due to severe wet weather conditions in this region, especially the eastern provinces of Quebec, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, Canadian peat moss production is down dramatically. "It will depend on the product.
California
El Segundo
Broken Hydraulic-powered Loader
Of course, there is a chance that my local mechanic may offer a lower cost solution. That became apparent when I started pricing replacements. What I didn't realize when I bought the loader four years ago was that the pump accounted for roughly 25 percent...
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Disinfect Wells after Hurricane Sandy
Swiftly moving flood water can carry large debris that could loosen well hardware, dislodge well-construction materials or distort the casing. Check electrical system: After flood waters have receded and the pump and electrical system have dried, have...
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Geothermal Systems for Your Home
“Geothermal systems don't create energy, they just move it,” explains Leo Udee with the Wisconsin Geothermal Association. While the sun above may power your urban farm or grace you with a bumper crop of tomatoes on your rooftop, many urban and suburban...
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Beautiful Bubbler Bogs are Easy to Build
The tranquil sound of trickling water, the colorful shimmer of wet rocks, the cool green of reeds A bubbler bog could be the perfect water feature for your garden! Read on for inspiration and step by step photos.
California
El Segundo
Deep Water Culture For Plants: How To Build A Deep Water Culture System
Is it possible to build a deep water culture system of your own?As mentioned, deep water culture for plants (DWC) is also called. Once the plant has established a robust root system, the amount of water is lowered in the reservoir, often a bucket.The...
Ohio
Willoughby
Eco-Innovators Brainstorm Clean Energy
About seven months ago, University of Wisconsin graduate students Steve Faulkner and Michael Major started GeoHuddle, a company that develops ground-source heat pumps, as part of a clean-technology […]
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
How to Treat Green Mold on Mature Maple Trees
Follow the manufacturer's instructions when using the product.Spray the tree with a copper-sulfate fungicide when the temperature is above 40 degrees F, usually in late spring or early fall.
California
Santa Monica
4 Tips For Keeping Deer Out Of Your Garden
Your first line of defense is always plant selection. Although there's no such thing as a deer-proof plant, these are considered deer-resistant. Another good bet are spray products with the active ingredient of Bitrex.
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
DIY Wall Fountains: How To Build A Wall Fountain For Your Garden
Outdoor wall fountains have been common features of planned gardens for centuries. This cycle has a repetitive effect that is reminiscent of the cycle of life, and the gentle sight and sound is meditative.
Ohio
Willoughby
What Is A Rain Gauge: Garden Rain Gauge Info And Types Of Rain Gauges
If the flow rate isn't contributing to runoff, then reduce the running time to 20 minutes and re-measure to see if you are now at ½.”The only certain way to know how much precipitation is affecting the garden, and hence manage our precious water reserves,...
Ohio
Willoughby
Delicious Dinners, Last Leaves and Pond Problems
They are such fun to grow, too. (We do turn it off when the pond is frozen solid.) It shut off the other day, so I reset the GFI plug and turned it back on. I'm bummed because that means I'm gonna have to get back in there to set it up.
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
DIY Hydroponic Grapes
Bring the filler hose up from the reservoir and clip it securely to the inside of the bucket's rim.Set the timer to run three or four times per day, just long enough to fill the bucket to about an inch from the tip of the perlite.
California
Santa Monica
Water Your Garden with Water Timers
You might still leave the house with the nagging feeling you've left the oven on; I can't help you there. Tags frank hyman , gardening , water conservation And there's still the rest of the garden to tend to.
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Fun Feature: Follow the Progress of the SimGar Container Gardening System
Potting mix is very light-weight and I prefer a little more substance if I'm going to grow vegetables, so mixed it half and half. These are specially designed plastic covers that prevent the system from clogging and allows the containers to drain properly.I...
California
El Segundo
Cilantro Leaf Spot Control: Tips For Managing Cilantro With Leaf Spots
Avoid fertilizer with high nitrogen levels.Water early in the day so the plants have time to dry before evening. Cilantro with leaf spots develop yellowish, water-soaked lesions that eventually turn tan or dark brown.
Ohio
Willoughby
Watering Wisely
I use a Mr.Landscaper system. I have some tips on how to use your water wisely, how to conserve it.We could carry it on our heads like the lady in the thumbnail picture above, but I have some more efficient ways in order to use our water supply efficiently.I've...
California
El Segundo
Sprayer Selection
The rechargeable, battery-powered Dramm BP-4 produces 140 psi, while the 433 Motorized Backpack Sprayer from Solo will produce 435 psi. I have two 4-gallon backpack sprayers and several handheld sprayers plus the use of a 25-gallon UTV-mounted sprayer...
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
DIY Guide to Natural Pest Control
They are long, hollow, underground cylinders with a flat screw top that can be mowed over safely. Here are some tips to keep your home secure, the natural way: Regularly clean cobwebs, old food and any amount of sweet or sugary drinks from surfaces or...
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia