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07/01/2010 23:52 pm Category:  Grow a Garden
Plants
get sunburned too! I thought my sweet
pepper plant had enough leafy branches to protect all the peppers I left on the
plant to turn sweet and red. But as I
continued to check their progress... 07/01/2010 23:46 pm Category: Grow a Garden
Saving Seeds: The Gardener's Guide to Growing and Storing
Vegetable and Flower Seeds
Have you figured out lately what you spend on seeds each year to
grow the same plant? If it doesn't seem li... 07/01/2010 23:38 pm Category: Grow a Garden
Mosquitoes
are more than annoying. In some parts of
the U.S. they carry the West Nile Virus. You can help repel them from you
naturally by applying these to your skin and you will smell great too! ... 06/07/2010 01:56 am Category: Grow a Garden
The Joys of Mesquite
Part 1
Arizona
and the desert southwest have some incredible native plants to eat. Prickly
pears, nopalitos, saguaro cactus fruit, ironwood and palo verde beans and the
gr... 06/07/2010 01:54 am Category: Grow a GardenMakes about 24 cookies 2 Cups of whole wheat or white flour 1 Cup Mesquite flour 2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. baking soda 1/2 Cup sugar 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 2 eggs 1... Author: Doreen Pollack Lavendar Lemonade04/30/2010 21:27 pm Category: Grow a Garden
Lavender
I one of my favorite plants to grow.
Besides using the blossoms in bouquets and potpourri you can also use it
in food!
If you like the floral taste of
lavender, then this herbal lemona... Author: Doreen Pollack TIP-Seed Saving04/30/2010 21:24 pm Category: Grow a GardenWhen
your plants go to seed this year, consider saving the seeds for the next
planting season. It will save you money
and the environment. The trick in seed
saving is starting out with seeds or plan... 04/30/2010 21:21 pm Category: Grow a GardenThis
is one of my favorite spring flowers and they grow wherever you live! Besides being such pretty display, they can
be added to salads and fruit bowls and eaten!
The peppery taste or the flower b... 03/29/2010 20:14 pm Category: Grow a Garden
Type:
Specialty Dessert Time to Prepare: hour active prep and occasional stirring Ingredients 6-12 Citrus fruits, preferably seed... 03/29/2010 20:12 pm Category: Grow a Garden
Most
people purchase their lemons at a store. How do you know you are getting the
best lemons you can? Choose
smooth-skinned lemons that are heavy for their size. Also look at the stem end of th... 03/29/2010 20:10 pm Category: Grow a Garden
Let
your broccoli plant bloom this year. The
flowers will attract lots of native bees good for pollinating other plants, and
when the flowers are spent, the seeds appear.
Become a seed savor!
... 03/08/2010 00:43 am Category: Grow a Garden
Here in the low desert of Phoenix,
citrus is fertilized three times a year. I use an easy way to remember
when to do it using holidays: Valentine's Day, (February), Memorial Day (June),
and Labor D... 03/08/2010 00:41 am Category: Grow a Garden
Growing
fresh basil is the best and easiest way to have it available when you need
it. Dry basil is less flavorful and if kept
around too long looses its beneficial qualities. Basil does not kee... 03/08/2010 00:38 am Category: Grow a Garden
Just
seeing the flowers alone is an inspiration to plant a peach tree in your yard!
Happy
Digging!
For more great gardening resource visit my website at www.down2earthgarden.com ... 01/27/2010 16:01 pm Category: Grow a Garden
Ever
wonder if the weeds you are pulling from your yard are edible but were too
afraid to try them in case they are toxic?
Or perhaps you want to eat more locally - nothing closer than your yard
or... 01/27/2010 15:35 pm Category: Grow a Garden
Vegetation
that exists on the site is the foundation of the habitat. Food sources may
include plant material (including roots, pollen, and nectar), insects, or other
animals. Shelter can be provi... 01/27/2010 15:33 pm Category: Grow a GardenHerbs
are important to a green-gardener's environment for their beauty and aroma.
They are easy to grow, like lots of sunshine and well-drained soil. But some will take over your garden, like
mint an... 12/17/2009 00:59 am Category: Grow a Garden
Besides the
ever-present Poinsettia, what other holiday plants might you find this holiday
season? Here are a few of the best:
Amaryllis
-
grows from a bulb with funnel-shaped flowers on tall st... 12/17/2009 00:58 am Category: Grow a Garden
True
or False - A green gardener can reduce insect problems by planting certain
plants. Send me a message with the
answer and why and if you are correct I will send you a small prize!
Happy ... 12/17/2009 00:56 am Category: Grow a Garden
Do
not remove winter or frost damaged plant material until all risk of additional
damage is gone. The part that is already
damaged will help protect the rest of the plant from more damage!
H... 10/15/2009 08:28 am Category: Grow a GardenThis is a good time to
get your garden in order. Here are a few
tips that can save you money in the long run:
1.
Keep
your garden tools clean and sharp. Some plant diseases can be spread on tool... 10/15/2009 08:26 am Category: Grow a Garden
These
popular plants are always a hit:
Amaryllis, Paper Whites, Crocus, and Hyacinth can be forced to grow in a
bowl. Buy them now at nurseries near
you. Store bulbs in a paper bag in the
refrig... 10/15/2009 08:22 am Category: Grow a Garden
A Desert
Gardener's Companion By Kim Nelson, Paul Mirocha For old hands or inexperienced newcomers, A Desert Gardener's Companion is the essential reference for creating and maintaining a b... 09/09/2009 09:13 am Category: Grow a GardenFall
often means that our gardening habits change as well. In some places gardeners are tucking their
beds in for the cooler weather by adding a layer of mulch over the garden
bed. In others, like t... 09/09/2009 09:09 am Category: Grow a Garden
Most
vegetable gardeners want to know how to get more yield from their plants. There are several ways, and Square Foot
Gardening is one of them. Matt
Bartholomew explains the concept clearly an... 09/09/2009 09:06 am Category: Grow a Garden
In
many parts of the U.S there is still time for a fall garden. If you live in a state that gets snow, just
be sure to look for shorter harvest dates, aka Early Harvest plants. By using transplant... 08/13/2009 00:21 am Category: Grow a Garden Traditionally
rain water has been one of the few water sources known to usually be clean and
safe to drink. Today water harvesters must be wary of pesticide contamination,
high mineral levels, bacter... 08/13/2009 00:17 am Category: Grow a GardenBrad
Lancaster is a one of the southwest experts on Rainwater harvesting. His highly informative and entertaining
books: Rainwater
Harvesting for Drylands and Beyond (Vols. 1 & 2) are a must have if ... 08/13/2009 00:14 am Category: Grow a GardenHave
you ever grown Armenian Cumbers? Can you
find the cucumber in the picture below?
They are very profuse and grow really well in the heat. And they get HUGE! One cucumber can get anywhere from ... 07/14/2009 20:42 pm Category: Grow a Garden
Rainwater
harvesting is
the principle of collecting and using precipitation from a catchments surface
by gathering and storing rainwater. Traditionally, rainwater harvesting has
been practiced in a... 07/14/2009 20:37 pm Category: Grow a Garden
This
is one of those books that have become a reference in my library. This book is delightfully written about how
to apply eco friendly ideas in the garden that are less labor intensive and
less c... 07/14/2009 20:12 pm Category: Grow a GardenI would love to know if you used a Topsy Turvy for your tomatoes or other vegetable plants this summer? This photo is not mine - (Mine didn't work too well - I think it is too hot and dry here in Pho... 06/12/2009 02:22 am Category: Grow a Garden
Going green
in all aspects of your life is more than just driving less, buying local and
recycling. We often experience health
benefits when we change the products we use or the ways we bring th... 06/12/2009 02:18 am Category: Grow a GardenHerbs don't
like their feet too wet (roots that is), so be sure to provide plenty of
drainage if using a pot or container.
Check the soil before you water as well.
Also be sure to harvest your herbs... 06/12/2009 02:16 am Category: Grow a GardenYes, your plants can get
sunburn! Not only are the leaves
susceptible, but also the bark of young trees and most citrus trees, but also
the vegetables. So what to do - use a
sun screen - not the lot... 05/20/2009 20:01 pm Category: Grow a GardenThere are
several books that altered how I look at the food I purchase and what I grow in
my yard.
Barbara
Kingsolver wrote about her family's journey of eating locally grown food for a
year in Anima... Author: Doreen Pollack TIP-Watering Tips05/20/2009 19:56 pm Category: Grow a Garden
It is often
tempting to think the more water you give a plant, the happier it will
be. However, if you keep a plant too wet, you can either drown it or keep
it from establishing a good root system.... Author: Doreen Pollack TIP-Free Plants05/20/2009 19:55 pm Category: Grow a Garden
Reseeding
annuals are not only beautiful, they're great buys. Plant them once and for
years after you get new plants for free!
For flowers, just be sure to let them dray as much as possible while
s... 04/21/2009 10:54 am Category: Grow a GardenNow that it
is warming up in the Desert Southwest, I am getting concerned about the
increase in water use. Some of my containers are drying out every day now. It
might be time to pull the winter flowe... 04/21/2009 10:51 am Category: Grow a Garden
One of the
easiest ways to keep your plants cool is the mulch around them with organic
matter, dead leaves, straw from the feed store or consider a living mulch - a
squash, cantaloupe o melon plant ... 04/21/2009 10:49 am Category: Grow a Garden
If you have
installed a rain catchment system or are considering it (A GREAT way to reduce
the water you use in your landscape), you may be eligible for an income tax
credit and who couldn't use a l... 04/15/2009 03:17 am Category: Grow a GardenKitchen
scraps, shredded paper, lawn clippings and tree leaves usually end up in the
trash bin. You can easily and cheaply turn them into a great amendment to
fertilize and protect your plants and gar... 04/15/2009 03:12 am Category: Grow a Garden
It
takes a while for hot water to come out of the faucet in the tub, so rather
than let all the cold water run down the drain, I let in run into a
bucket! I use that water to water plants outside o... Author: Doreen Pollack TIP-Transplanting04/15/2009 03:10 am Category: Grow a Garden
Transplant on a cloudy day or in the evening.
Handle plants with care. About an hour before transplanting thoroughly water
plants and soil in the containers (pots, bands, flats). Carefully remove... 02/10/2009 18:21 pm Category: Grow a GardenHaving good indoor air quality is very
important, especially since many of us spend so much time inside. NASA did a
study to find out which plants were best to filter the air of the space
station, and... 02/10/2009 18:18 pm Category: Grow a GardenRECYCLE THOSE PAPERTOWEL AND TOILET PAPER
ROLLS Trying to find an easy
way to start seeds? Why BUY peat pots when you can use these rolls and
plant them right into your garden! It's seed starting tim... 02/10/2009 18:17 pm Category: Grow a GardenWeeds and 'false'
grass are popping up everywhere in the Southwest! Please don't use store
bought weed killer - many contain chemicals that are hazardous. Instead make
your own weed killer with house... 01/17/2009 20:22 pm Category: Grow a GardenLooking for a unique Valentine Gift - These books are sure
to please the gardener in your life!
Gardening by Heart: The
Extraordinary Gift of an Ordinary
Garden by Joyce
McGreevy
http://astore.... 01/17/2009 20:18 pm Category: Grow a GardenForget the fattening candy this year.
Give a Valentine's Day gift that will last longer and be better for the
one you love. Plants produce oxygen and eliminate volatile
organic compounds (VOCs) at th... 01/17/2009 20:05 pm Category: Grow a GardenOften a heart condition means restricted activity. If you or someone you love is a gardener with
a heart condition, consider using these tips to ease back into a hobby you
love. Even those with sever... 12/09/2008 15:45 pm Category: Grow a GardenIf anyone is
tired of receiving 10-lb phonebooks on their doorstep several times a year
which end up collecting dust or going in the recycle bin, you can opt out.
Took me 30 seconds.
Follow t... Author: Doreen Pollack Too Much Stuff12/09/2008 15:39 pm Category: Grow a GardenOur Garden Goddess not only helps you go green, stay green but other helpful tips too! The Story of Stuff is a fast-paced, fact-filled look at the underside of our production and consumption ... Author: Doreen Pollack Gardening Saves Money12/09/2008 15:28 pm Category: Grow a GardenIs it true that growing your own veggies is cheaper then buying it? Your Garden Goddess was on a local Phoenix News Show recently. You can see the video on their website as well... 12/09/2008 15:26 pm Category: Grow a GardenI found this great recipe on the internet courtesy of Marie Iannotti Flavoring ingredients with herbs makes your herbs go even further. Herbal butters, oils and vinegars infuse your cooki... 11/19/2008 14:12 pm Category: Grow a Garden
Remember to
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle this Holiday
season. Think gifts you make from you
garden, herb vinegars, scented bath salts and sugars, seeds from your favorite
flower with a photo and how to p... 10/28/2008 10:57 am Category: Grow a Garden
Holiday cactus can refer to either
Thanksgiving or Christmas or Easter cactus. Flowers which can be red, pink,
lavender or white, burst forth on the ends of cascading green stems. Stems are
broad an... 10/22/2008 15:02 pm Category: Grow a GardenLawn and Garden Care Straight from
the Kitchen Making your own fertilizers from your kitchen isn't only about saving money. Another great reason is to prevent the pollution of our water, soil an... 09/20/2008 15:50 pm Category: Grow a GardenRecent medical studies have
documented what backyard enthusiasts have known for years: gardening is good
for us.
It's taken me almost half my
life to discover a fabulous gym outside my door. Turning... 09/10/2008 12:28 pm Category: Grow a GardenDo you have a garden or a container on your
patio or in your house that could use a little livening up? Take a stroll at a nursery for inspiration
and buy ONE plant you just LOVE, LOVE, LOVE.
Bring ... «Back
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The Garden Goddess helps you create gardens that feed your spirit! Doreen Pollack is a Midwestern transplant living in the desert, Phoenix, AZ and growing a wonderful garden. She is a Master Gardener for the desert southwest, but her knowledge of plants in general and planting techniques transcends any geographic boundary. Her mission is to turn all brown thumbs green by the end of the decade! She is very active in her community teaching gardening classes at the Farmer's Market, volunteering at her neighborhood community garden and the desert Botanical Garden and creating beauty wherever she goes. As the past Phoenix Chat Chew and Chocolate Hostess Director, she knows first-hand the importance of taking time for you. Doreen Pollack is THE Garden Goddess who loves to teach people how to take care of their garden/lawn/landscape and themselves. Her witty humor will keep you smiling and provide tips you can use in your life and your garden. Having a 'green' garden isn't just about live plants. The Garden Goddess will show you how to be eco-responsible while tending to your yard, garden or your life. Garden's aren't just for growing plants either. Gardening is a wonderful way to get 'grounded', reduce stress, reconnect with nature and beauty, get some exercise and find some solitude. For more fabulous information from Doreen, check out her website. Website: www.Down2EarthGardens.com |
