by Mt Gilead | Oct 8, 2023 | Master Gardener Musings
In the heart of North Carolina’s Piedmont region, gardens are verdant intersections where nature and humanity meet. More and more gardeners want to attract the whimsical dance of birds, bees, and butterflies, harmonizing their gardens with the natural world....
by Mt Gilead | Oct 4, 2023 | MT. GILEAD
If you own a small business or are self-employed, you’ve always got plenty to do, but you can’t forget about the days when you’ll be less busy — that is, when you’re retired. How can you prepare for that time of your life? One key step is establishing a retirement...
by Mt Gilead | Oct 1, 2023 | Master Gardener Musings
Composting, often heralded as nature’s own recycling system, stands at the fascinating intersection of science and what feels like magic. At its core, composting is the art of turning organic waste, like food scraps, leaves, and grass clippings, into...
by Mt Gilead | Sep 27, 2023 | MT. GILEAD
It’s probably not on your calendar, but September is Life Insurance Awareness Month. And that means it’s a good time to become more aware of the benefits of having life insurance — and the dangers of not having it. Unfortunately, confusion about some of the basic...
by Mt Gilead | Sep 24, 2023 | Master Gardener Musings
In our quest for sustainable food sources, homesteading without much acreage, and urban/suburban agriculture, aquaponics and hydroponics are leading the charge. Both are innovative farming techniques that defy traditional methods, emphasizing growth without soil....
