We've Moved!

This week we have a special announcement for all of our dear readers.

We've been working on a new blog site for a while, and it's finally LIVE!

The new site is a place where we can share more recent news, tips, and helpful articles on sustainable and organic gardening, as well as urban gardening, and gardening in small spaces. It has a fresh, new look, and more frequent updates, so you can find the information you need to grow a successful garden - no matter where you live!

Check it out now at www.sustainablegardeningnews.com.

And also be sure to Like our new Facebook page - dedicated solely to sustainable and organic gardening topics!

We've enjoyed providing valuable gardening resources to you for all these years, and we look forward to continuing to do so on our new site, so we hope you will check us out, download the free small space gardening report, and follow us on Facebook to stay updated.

You can also submit a contact form on the new website and ask us your gardening questions!

See you on the new site!
Rose.

Organic Gardening Supplies for Beginners

If you’re a beginning organic gardener, you’ll want to know which supplies you’ll need to invest in to get the most from your garden. Organic gardens aren’t too different from other types of gardens, except that organic gardening supplies such as fertilizers and preventative measures should be chemical and synthetics-free.

Online organic gardening sites contain a plethora of information and all the supplies you’ll need to become an enthusiastic and successful organic gardener. Here are some examples of supplies you might want to look for:

Container gardening. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Soil conditioners – Preparing the soil for organic gardening is the most important task you can do to ensure a beautiful and prolific organic garden. Products such as biostimulants can boost the soil and increase flower, vegetable, herb and fruit production. They’ll also reduce the stress that can harm some plants during planting.

Propagation supplies – These organic gardening supplies are necessary if you plan to start your own seeds. You can find flats, domes, rooting gels and powders, plant labels and other supplies that will make your organic gardening experience a positive one.

Tools and accessories – Gardening tools necessary to any type of garden include soil testing, weed control, pruning tools, stakes, ties and plant supports and soaker hoses. You might already have some of these items on hand.

Container gardening supplies – Many begin their organic gardening adventure by starting out with several “organic” containers for planting. That’s a great way to start if you’re not sure about the process and don’t want to invest a lot of money at first. You can find hydroponic supplies, organic potting mix and more online.

Pest and Disease Control – For organic gardeners, your pest and disease control supplies are especially important to reap a successful garden. Items such as organic insect sprays, repellents, traps and disease control products can help set your mind at ease about your garden being safe from pests.

Composters – True organic gardening requires compost material, and it’s much easier if you have the proper equipment. A compost crock that sits in your kitchen and holds food waste can be purchased online for under $25. Larger, compost tumblers cost more, but if you decide you’re really serious about organic gardening, it’s a clean and convenient way to recycle.

You can find all the organic gardening supplies you’ll need online – from greenhouses and hydroponic growing materials to organic sprays and fertilizers. Your efforts to maintain an organic garden can help create a sustainable environment that will help keep both you and the planet healthy.

For more on organic and sustainable gardening, including supplies and educational resources, visit http://www.newholisticliving.com/sustainablegardening.html.

Video - Organic Weed Control Methods

This short video quickly covers a variety of natural methods for controlling weeds in your garden without resorting to toxic chemical herbicides. Keep your garden healthy, safe, and weed-free with these helpful tips.

Organic Weed Control - Mulch, Corn Gluten Meal, Flamers and More!
A whirlwind tour of organic weeding methods. Get more info plus organic gardening supplies at Peaceful Valley, GrowOrganic.com www.groworganic.com. Read our blog post on "How to ID the weeds in your garden" http Organic weed control such as corn glut...

More Cool Organic & Sustainable Gardening Resources

Wrapping up our week on great gardening resources, here are some good ones to bookmark in your browser (besides this blog, of course)!

Cover via AmazonCheck out these links to find organic gardening tips and ideas, sources of organic seeds, new organic and sustainable gardening products, and much more. And if you haven't already, be sure to check out our main sustainable gardening web page for another good list of suggestions!

Online Organic Gardening Resources: Garden Websites Give ...
Beginning gardeners, experienced green thumbs, and organic farmers can find flower and vegetable growing answers from garden associations and online chat forums.
Publish Date: 03/02/2009 23:24
http://jamiemcintosh.suite101.com/online-organic-gardening-resources-a99907

Buying Organic Garden Seeds: Gardeners Can Find Online Sources ...
Each year more nurseries are increasing their organic seed offerings, giving a choice to gardeners who want to eliminate chemicals in every step of the growing process. ... combined with the research and breeding activities at the 40-acre Maine farm, means that Johnny's can offer over 300 organic seed varieties to gardeners, including cover crop seed. The company is a valuable resource to organic farmers as well, offering many organic seed varieties by the pound. ...
Publish Date: 12/28/2009 22:24
http://jamiemcintosh.suite101.com/buying-organic-garden-seeds-a183614

New Organic Garden Products for the 2010 Growing Season ...
Organic gardeners can choose from several new fertilizers on the market to enrich the soil and boost flower and vegetable growth. Bridgewell Resources, LLC introduced a balanced organic fertilizer, Par 4 3-3-3, enriched with ...
Publish Date: 07/05/2010 10:38
http://jamiemcintosh.suite101.com/new-organic-garden-products-for-the-2010-growing-season-a256815

Cover of Natural GardenCold Climate Gardening Resources You May Not Know About ...
I was just helping out a gardener who moved from California to upstate NY. (I think she's over the shock.) It made me realize that not everyone who stops by thinks to look at the top menu bar to see.
Publish Date: 04/13/2011 21:10
http://www.coldclimategardening.com/2011/04/13/cold-climate-gardening-resources-you-may-not-know-about/

Organic and natural Garden Helpful Concepts and Ideas ...
Marigolds make the organic garden border colorful, and ward off a lot of pests. Onions and garlic are also wonderful deterrents to pests that would like to break in and steal natural make. Resources for Much more Organic ...
Publish Date: 08/28/2011 11:24
http://seenewcaledonia.com/2011/organic-and-natural-garden-helpful-concepts-and-ideas/

Yum & Yuk: More Gardening Resources
More Gardening Resources. Wow, thanks for all the suggestions everyone! Here are some more books (and one blog) on gardening, food politics, etc: * The Urban Homestead: Your Guide to Self-sufficient Living in the Heart ...
Publish Date: 07/22/2011 11:15
http://yum-and-yuk.blogspot.com/2011/07/more-gardening-resources.html


Be sure to visit www.newholisticliving.com/sustainablegardening.html for more great sustainable gardening resources!