Tag Archives: Compost

Tips on Winter Composting

Posted on January 7, 2013 by Jim

            As the snow flies and the temperatures drop, many gardeners don’t even think about composting.  However, the truth is that with a little work composting your organics can be a “year-round” activity.  So stop … Continue reading →

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Gardening Tips to Close Out October

Posted on October 29, 2012 by Jim

              October has come to a close, and if you've kept up there really are few things left to do in the garden.  Sure there will be Mums to cut,and a few other late … Continue reading →

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Turn Fall Leaves Into Fuel

Posted on October 22, 2012 by Jim

          Central New York in autumn is my second favorite season, with summer being my favorite of course.  There is so much to like about autumn, pumpkins, apples, chrysanthemums, corn stalks, and those brilliantly colored leaves!  … Continue reading →

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Fall Clean-up Checklist

Posted on October 15, 2012 by Jim

              We had our first light frost in zone 5 last week, and this past weekend I definitely saw the effects.  Most of my hastas and other perennials have lost their color, and they’re … Continue reading →

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The Smelly on Composting…

Posted on July 2, 2012 by Jim

      There is no doubt in my mind that we live in a society of extreme waste, and I believe most of you would agree.  We waste everything from water to food, and we’re filling landfills at an … Continue reading →

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“Breaking” Down Mulches…

Posted on April 23, 2012 by Jim

      Nothing says neat like nicely mulched garden beds.  However, mulch isn’t only aesthetically appealing it’s one of the most important things we can do to maintain garden bed health.  Mulching helps retain moisture, reduces erosion, provides nutrients, … Continue reading →

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