by Mt Gilead | Oct 22, 2023 | Master Gardener Musings
My Grandpop-pop, Earl Poplin, is a real green thumb. He can put a stick in the ground and it will grow for him. He always says, “Rain is magic.” My dad, another excellent gardener, says this too. And if you follow this saying back far enough, I am sure all...
by Mt Gilead | Oct 15, 2023 | Master Gardener Musings
I am a mom and I garden with the next generation. For young people, a garden is more than just a space filled with plants; it’s a living classroom, a playground, and a realm of discovery rolled into one. Gardens are magical realms where children can touch,...
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 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 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....
by Mt Gilead | Sep 17, 2023 | Master Gardener Musings
Is there a secret to fending off those nasty ticks and other pests that plague us? Biodiversity might be one of the keys. While all life is precious, some creatures great or small can cause real health issues for humans, like the ticks that carry disease and the...
