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Have you ever stopped to think about your vegetable gardening goals? If you are like many gardeners, you may find your main motivation is simply to get outside and reconnect with nature by digging in the dirt. You may also enjoy gardening as a way to squeeze more physical activity into an otherwise hectic schedule. Without question, growing a vegetable garden is a very relaxing way to accomplish these goals.

A sense of personal satisfaction and better overall health are admirable and worthwhile objectives on their own. However, if you dig a little deeper you may find you have a number of other goals for your vegetable garden. If you find you are short on gardening space, clearly defining these goals before you begin growing will make it a lot easier to achieve them. Continue reading

Organic gardeners think of their gardens not as a separate entity from nature, but as an extension of nature’s natural system. This includes working without the use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides and instead working with the soil, water, wildlife and even insects around the garden to cultivate and replenish the growth process.

Organic home gardens are easy to start, and there are many benefits that come with organic gardening. Here are three reasons you should start your own organic garden.

Organically Grown Food is Better for Your Health

Studies have shown that food grown organically has more of the vital minerals and nutrients that we need than food grown with synthetic pesticides. Pesticides are poisons designed to kill living organisms that damage plants, but these chemicals can also harm humans. Continue reading

The Best Tips for Starting Your Own Organic GardenStarting your own organic garden at home can be daunting, especially if this is your first garden. Luckily, with a few tips from the pros, your garden will come to life in the most worthwhile and satisfying way in no time.

1 – Start Small

If this is your first time gardening, start small. Larger and more successful organic gardens don’t happen overnight. By starting with a simple windowsill garden or a few potted plants, you can work your way up while also building confidence.

By starting with a small garden, it minimizes the risk of overplanting, which is why many gardens tend to fail. Instead of thinking about how much of each plant you will get, think about how you can use each vegetable or fruit in terms of meals. Continue reading

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