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A Gardener’s Guide to Soil Microbes & Plant Root Exudates

On November 4, 2024 By Stefan Drew

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Most Gardeners Understand The Crucial Role That Organic Matter Plays In Soil Health. But Few Know The Role Of Plant Root Exudates. Most gardeners know that healthy soil is full of beneficial microbes that contribute to nutrient cycling, disease suppression, carbon sequestration, moisture retention and improved soil structure.… More Leave a comment

Ivermectin in Compost: A Safe Choice for Gardeners?

On October 14, 2024 By Stefan Drew

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With Many Gardeners Using Horse Manure It Is Important We Understand What Happens To Wormers/Ivermectin in Compost. Understanding the Research Horse drawn plough Ivermectin, primarily used as a deworming medication for horses, is often found in equestrian manure. So the question is, “is it safe to use that manure in the garden?”.… More Leave a comment

Why Do Seeds Fail To Germinate?

On June 6, 2024 By Stefan Drew

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Why Do Seeds Fail To Germinate? the Same Seeds, In the Same Compost, In the Same Conditions & One Fails To Germinate. Why? Here’s One Reason. A lot of people ask me, Why Do Seeds Fail To Germinate? The answers are many and are, in part, related to why many people have problems with peat free compost.… More Leave a comment

Why Peat Free Composts Fail. Why Understanding Peat Free Compost Is Essential

On May 13, 2024 By Stefan Drew

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This Is Why Peat Free Composts Fail. It’s Why Understanding Peat Free Compost Is Essential When Growing Seeds & Plants. Gardeners frequently complain about compost problems. In this article I want to explain Why Peat Free Composts Fail. And then explain how to easily overcome the problems.… More Leave a comment

How To Conquer Gardening Food Waste and Enjoy Every Bite Sized Garden Vegetable

On December 26, 2023 By Stefan Drew

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We Too Frequently Complain That Crops Are Going To Seed, Flowering Or Past Their Best. Here’s How To Conquer Gardening Food Waste and Enjoy Every Bite Sized Garden Vegetable. My leeks are going to seed. What a waste. Of course leeks, left unharvested, always go to seed eventually, that’s nature.… More 2 responses

How to Make a Hotbox Composter From Scrap

On December 7, 2023 By Stefan Drew

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Hotbox Composters Do An Excellent Job But Are Expensive, Often Around £300, But Can Be Built From Scrap At Nil Cost. Here’s How to Make a Hotbox Composter From Construction Waste And Parcel Tape! I hate waste. I hate unnecessary spending.… More 2 responses

What Is Compost? What Is Compost Good For In the Garden?

On November 1, 2023 By Stefan Drew

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Compost Is Recommended For Growing Many Plants, But What Is Compost? Where Does Compost Come From? How Is Compost Made? What Is Compost Used For? Let’s Start with What Is Compost? The simple answer is decomposed organic matter. But not just any decomposed organic material.… More Leave a comment