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Despite its name, permaculture is a simple and crucial tool for food producers and gardeners. In this article, we will discuss what permacul

What distinguishes hard woody mulches from soft non-woody straw-like mulches as garden mulches? They both help to moderate soil...

We have decided to remove ourselves from the ever-growing carbon footprint of modern society, which is a result of our desire for...

Osage orange (Maclura pomifera), commonly known as Bois d' arc, Hedge Apple, or Horse Apple, is a tree native to the south-central United...

The creation of pollinator gardens is a hot topic in horticulture (pardon the pun). It's a relatively fresh concept critical for...

Vertical gardening is widespread, especially in urban and suburban areas with limited land. These days, you can find many recycled...

Usually, I'm not that excited about houseplants. It's a simple matter. I've looked after them, and they are high maintenance, needing...

Having flowers in your vegetable garden can help deter pests and promote biodiversity. Here are six vegetable garden flowers that I...

Permaculture gardens can benefit from yarrow, which is a powerful medicinal herb. Yarrow is one of the plants that can boost the...

An edible forest food garden is a method of food production. Learn how to build a low-maintenance, permaculture food forest garden with...

The first post in a 2 part blog series about snow in the garden

At Gardens of Eatin', we're focused on holistic ecosystem design. We are ecological landscape designers, and we pride ourselves on our...

In the past, we've talked about how to prepare a raised bed for planting. The process, while rather simple, is critical for gardening...

Even though it's fall, there are plenty of birds out and about. If you've ever wondered what you could do to attract more birds, you're...

Raised bed gardening is a great option for both rural and urban gardeners alike. Raised beds are ideal because of the soil and...

Many people have the misconception that they can't garden in the winter. Spring and summer aren't the only times for harvest. Sure, you...

At Gardens of Eatin', we specialize in holistic ecosystem design and functional gardening. We've planned micro homesteads and landscapes...

In an environment with heavy clay soil, it's hard to find flowers that grow well in clay soil. Read on to learn the best flowers to plant.

What's one thing that all gardens have in common? Unless you have a hydroponic garden, they all have soil. Soil is undoubtedly the most...