Ruth Ann Grimm of Crofton Nebraska uses principles of square foot gardening and simple solutions for productive raised bed gardens. Here she found that hog gates secured with steel fence posts added the climbing area she needed to maximize garden space. See her story and share your comments if you wish. Visit other Plant Exchange … Continue reading
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‘An Easy Way To Garden’
Ruth Ann Grimm of Crofton, Nebraska shares how to eliminate some ups and downs of gardening with her re-purposed cattle water tanks. See her story below with tips and lessons learned and add your comments if you wish. Thank you for visiting Plant Exchange. Many other topics here for gardeners of the region. http://www.yankton.net/river_city/article_4191eeea-a5af-11e3-9a12-001a4bcf887a.html
Raised Bed Garden Tips
• Raised bed gardening is one solution for a site with poor natural soil. Consider parts of a plan before you start. Decide what to plant and light requirements. Seed catalogs can help. Most vegetables grow best in at least eight hours of full sun. Find a location with light requirements. Decide if you want … Continue reading
Adding A Personal Touch
Jim and Joellen Bowers had bountiful peppers in a drought summer. How did they do this? Raised beds with a nearby water tap, soakers, and mulch. What are your tips for better produce? Their feature:http://www.yankton.net/river_city/article_d7f15d32-1e06-5971-97a2-06269d878599.html
Garden As You Like It
Loretta Sorensen used “lasagna” gardening for her vegetables and flowers. The method involves straw, soil, and cardboard layers. She has tips if you want to try it yourself. Here’s her story. http://yankton.net/articles/2013/02/14/river_city/doc511daa4284527420731827.txt Tell us about your unique gardening methods.
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