by Mt Gilead | Mar 20, 2024 | MT. GILEAD
John B. Marek is a writer, farmer, outdoorsman and recovering economic developer. You can find his books at johnbmarek.com. It’s Halloween, 1990. “Ice, Ice Baby” is the No. 1 song in the country, “Rosanne” is the most popular show on television, the Cincinnati...
by Mt Gilead | Mar 17, 2024 | Master Gardener Musings
No-till gardening is transforming the way we approach our gardens, turning traditional methods on their head. This innovative approach, which avoids the disruption of soil through tilling, offers a plethora of benefits not just for the garden but for the environment...
by Mt Gilead | Mar 13, 2024 | MT. GILEAD
John B. Marek is a writer, farmer, outdoorsman and recovering economic developer. You can find his books at johnbmarek.com. The Ohio Lottery launched with much fanfare in 1974. I recall my father buying a couple of $1 scratch-off tickets to see what it was all about....
by Mt Gilead | Mar 10, 2024 | Master Gardener Musings
Lasagna gardening, a term that brings to mind both the kitchen and the garden, is a no-till, no-dig gardening method that offers a simple and effective way to prepare soil for planting. This method, named for its layering technique similar to making a lasagna, is...
by Mt Gilead | Mar 5, 2024 | MT. GILEAD
John B. Marek is a writer, farmer, outdoorsman and recovering economic developer. You can find his books at johnbmarek.com. Living sustainably often gets painted as an exclusive club reserved for the left-leaning, granola-toting, Birkenstock-wearing elite. But the...
by Mt Gilead | Mar 3, 2024 | Master Gardener Musings
In a time when the cost of groceries continues to climb, turning to the garden for relief can be both a practical and fulfilling endeavor. Gardening, often seen as a hobby or a way to beautify our homes, can also become a significant source of good food. However,...
