It is important soil has the proper pH balance. It is recommended to have the soil analyzed every three years. There are pH kits available that allow you to test the soil yourself or the local agricultural school or soil survey office may perform the soil analysis for you. A report will be returned to the soil applicant and will include recommendations to raise or lower the pH level of the soil if the pH is not within the required level.



Worm composting provides excellent fertilizer for plants and vegetables. There are many types of worm farms available for purchase or you can easily build your own.



acre market garden garden supply Preparation of the site. Either a big piece of land or a small one needs preparation. Some areas in your garden-to-be need not to be overlooked because weeds might be a problem for you in the future. This is the result of weeds that grow from underneath due to improper site preparation.

woodchip garden A compost made in this ratio is a source of hot water for a shower. Wrap black polythene pipe around and through your compost, connect it to a hose and shower head and there you can have a shower in the acre market garden before heading home.

A vacuum garden blower proves a boon to those people who suffer from a disability or an age related problem. When it comes to choosing between cleaning the garden by yourself or depending on some other person to do it, you would prefer doing it on your own. Many a times it is assumed that each one of us is physically fit to do the vegetable gardening, while the truth is that we need to save the energy and time. Hence, the leaf blower proves to be a boon.

gardening with woodchip mulch Double Shredded Hardwood Mulch: Hardwood mulch further breaks down and adds nutrients to surrounding plants and soil. Shredded hardwood mulch suppresses weed growth, has a high tolerance for heavy rainfall, and decomposes slowly.

Invite the kids to join you... let them know how much you enjoy gardening and encourage them to experience the fun with you. Kids are naturally curious and eager to try new things; but, don't force them. If they're not ready to join you this year, work on sharing your joy of gardening with them. Encourage them to observe if they're not eager to participate. Maybe they'll be ready next year.