ECOgardener Gardening Blog
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I'm Dave. I founded ECOgardener in 2015 in hopes of encouraging generations of growers to keep planting. Here at ECOgardener, we educate and provide tools for beginner and seasoned gardeners alike. Ours are efficient, trusted, and long-lasting no matter the size, space or weather.
ECOgardener Gardening Blog
13h ago
Growing crops during the fall season is definitely worth your while! In this guide, we’ll outline the advantages of gardening in the fall and why gardeners should embrace the season.
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ECOgardener Gardening Blog
4d ago
Preparing your garden for the fall season is essential to ensure that plants remain healthy and ready for the coming winter and spring. Freezing temps and cold winds can be brutal on outdoor plants, even large shrubs and trees.
Preparing the garden for fall ensures the survival of your crops while setting the stage for a successful growing season in the spring. But where to start? This guide lists all the essential tasks you need to tick off your list as you prepare your garden for the autumn season.
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Tidy Up In and Around the Garden
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ECOgardener Gardening Blog
1w ago
Humic acid promotes growth and flowering by improving the physical, chemical, and biological structure of the soil. It enhances nutrient absorption, strengthens plant resistance, and improves water management. Studies show that treatments with humic acid can significantly increase the number of flowers per plant, indicating its effectiveness in promoting flowering and fruit growth.
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ECOgardener Gardening Blog
1w ago
Adding companion plants to your zucchini garden can help improve growth, flavor, and pest resistance. Good companion plants include marigolds,peas, and radishes, which attract beneficial insects and reduce the need for weeding or pesticides.
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ECOgardener Gardening Blog
1w ago
Some popular companion plants for eggplants include beans, cabbage, lettuce, spinach, basil and marigold. These plants can help protect eggplants from pests and improve overall garden health. Be sure to double-check specific growing conditions for each plant to ensure compatibility.
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ECOgardener Gardening Blog
1w ago
Because they originate from naturally occurring processes that are continuously refilled, renewable energy sources including solar, wind, hydroelectric, geothermal, and biomass are referred to as green energy. When compared to coal-fired facilities, these sources emit 90–99% fewer greenhouse gases and result in much less pollution overall, improving the health of the environment. Making the switch to renewable energy can help slow down global warming and lessen dependency on fossil fuels.
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ECOgardener Gardening Blog
1w ago
Adopting a sustainable lifestyle involves minimizing resource consumption, reducing pollution, and supporting ecological balance. Common challenges include the difficulty of changing established habits and the perceived inconvenience of sustainable practices. To overcome these challenges, one can start with small, manageable changes, find supportive communities, and remain educated about sustainable methods and their benefits.
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ECOgardener Gardening Blog
2w ago
Companion plants for potatoes include brassicas, chives, corn, cilantro, legumes and more. These plants can enhance growth and repel pests, contributing to a healthier potato crop. Always remember to check compatibility and growing conditions when planting together.
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ECOgardener Gardening Blog
2w ago
Companion planting is a technique where different crops are grown close to each other to benefit one or both plants and save space. This method uses natural relationships between plants to improve growth, protect from pests, and enhance yields.
One key benefit of companion planting is pest control. Certain plants can repel insects or attract beneficial predators. This reduces the need for chemical pesticides. Another advantage is improved soil health. Some plants add nutrients to the soil, which helps neighboring plants grow better. For instance, some plants fix nitrogen, an essential nutrien ..read more
ECOgardener Gardening Blog
2w ago
Cover crops are plants specifically grown to benefit soil health and ecosystem diversity rather than for harvest. They help maintain soil quality, suppress weed growth, and can contribute organic matter to the soil when tilled in.
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