Planting Zones

Companion Planting Provides a More Natural Environment for Plants to Thrive In
by Chip Phelan

Companion planting is a highly effective technique for organic gardeners. From controlling pests naturally to improving the flavor of your vegetables, companion planting is an easy and environmentally friendly way to manage your organic garden.

If you look closely at the natural landscape, you’ll never see a large area populated by a single species. Why then would it make sense to plant a single crop in a field or in a section of your garden? It doesn’t. Companion planting makes a lot of sense. Read full text...

Organic Gardening In The Backyard
by C.J. Gustafson

Not sure if organic gardening is for you? Get a basic overview of organic gardening and organic gardening techniques - natural pest control, companion planting, organic fertilizers and more.  Read full text. 

Not Enough Dirt Or Space? Hydroponic Gardening Is The Answer
by Mike Yeager

Hydroponic Gardening is growing in popularity as an easy way to grow vegetables all year long in any climate zone. Even organic gardening enthusiasts are looking to hydroponic gardening as a viable option to gardening in soil.  Read full text. 

Release Some Tension...Spend Some Time In Your Garden
by Mike Yeager

Gardening can be one of the most rewarding and relaxing hobbies that you can engage in. Picture a beautiful spring day, the sweet smell of grass in the air and you get to go out and work the soil and prepare your garden.  Read full text.  

The Organic Gardener's Handbook of Natural Insect and Disease Control : A Complete Problem-Solving Guide to Keeping Your Garden and Yard Healthy Without Chemicals

An excellent handbook with entries for common fruits, flowering plants, vegetables, and trees. Each listing has information on disease and pest problems and tips on how to solve them without chemicals. Especially useful sections feature photos of garden insects and diseases.
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