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Low Low Loquats!

Posted on August 21, 2011 by Cactusdan

The Earth Garden Description The Loquat is a decidious tree in the Rose family originating from Southeastern China. It has also been naturalized into the Japanese landscape as well, with cultivation dating back 1,000 years. With its large tropical-looking leaves … Continue reading →

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Dirt! The Movie

Posted on April 28, 2011 by Cactusdan

The Earth Garden Synopsis Dirt! The Movie is just what you expect it’s about. It’s a movie discussing dirt, or the skin of the Earth, and our interactions with it. With interviews from people like Vandana Shiva, Paul Stamets, Andy … Continue reading →

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Yaupon Holly (Ilex vomitoria)

Posted on April 26, 2011 by Cactusdan

The Earth Garden Description The Yaupon Holly is a native American Holly, indigenous to the Southeastern United States. It’s an evergreen shrub or small tree that is much different from conventional hollies (European Holly) in that it’s leaves are small … Continue reading →

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The Mighty Fig

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Cactusdan

The Earth Garden The History The Common Fig (Ficus carica) is a fruit that many people have heard of but little have tried more frequent than the occasional Fig Newton. But the rich history of fig use stretches far back, … Continue reading →

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Comfrey

Posted on February 17, 2011 by Cactusdan

The Earth Garden What is it? The genus Comfrey is comprised of about 7 species and a few hybrids. The plants are generally herbaceous perennials and are a member of the Borage family. What can I do with it? Comfrey … Continue reading →

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Get Out Dog!

Posted on February 11, 2011 by Cactusdan

Natural or Household ways to keep dogs out of the garden! Continue reading →

Posted in Gardening | Tagged Dog Repellent, Dogs, Pot Marigold, Rue | 4 Comments

Coppicing

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Cactusdan

Coppicing is a sustainable way of harvesting trees without clear cutting and monoculture plantation planting. Continue reading →

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Legumes

Posted on February 9, 2011 by Cactusdan

Legumes such as Peas, Beans, and Peanuts have the ability to fix atmospheric Nitrogen (a fertilizer) in your soil, thus improving productivity and overall soil health. Continue reading →

Posted in Gardening | Tagged Beans, Fertilizer, Legumes, Ntirogen Fixation, Peas | 6 Comments