Here are some general tips for mulch installation that may benefit anyone, regardless of what type of mulch you’re using. Tip 1: Before mulching, your top priority is to clear the area you’re going to mulch of any weeds or grass. This is imperative – if you skip this step, it’s likely that the mulch…
It would sound like a negative thing to hear someone say that his or her garden needed more microorganisms living in the soil, but beneficial microbes are something that could help any garden come to life. The reason being is that beneficial microbes are responsible for something called soil aggregation. And, for those of you…
At one time or another, most of us have purchased hazardous items, chemicals or cleaning agents, which can be harmful to our environment, people and animals. When using these products, take care to follow instructions for their use, and learn about safe disposal methods to prevent accidents or contamination to the environment. Household Cleaners Many…
The amount of compostable materials we toss in the garbage and fill the landfills with every year is enormous. Thankfully, more and more people are learning about organic recycling and how everyone can benefit. Rather than filling up our landfills with precious organic materials, you may be able to take advantage of new city services,…
Hail is a natural phenomenon here in Montana. Every year or so it seems the Billings area is struck with a rough weather event that leaves absolute destruction in its wake. Even small hail, stones barely the size of a pea, can easily damage and ruin a garden or a potted plant (on a large-scale,…