California, Oregon, and Washington have had another dry winter, spring, and summer in 2021. The drought and fear of another scary fire season have caused residents of these states to take every measure they can to be prepared. Drought appears to be the new normal in the West, so many of us are resi …

When’s the best time to plant a vegetable garden? Those who really love the fresh taste of home-grown veggies may be tempted to say always. Unfortunately, there are only a few places in the world with ideal year-round conditions for growing vegetables. The rest of us will likely have to pick o …

Ah, summertime — the living is easy, the fish are jumping, and the veggies are growing, providing you a bounty of free, fresh produce. Many vegetables are easy to grow, but some can pose more of a challenge than others. If you are a beginning gardener, growing veggies with young kids or simpl …

When it comes to transporting water to plants and crops, many folks opt for Polyethylene Tubing. This kind of piping is flexible and affordable, giving you lots of latitude for your irrigation layout. Unlike with metal pipes, you don’t have to worry about corrosion with poly pipes. Poly tubin …

There are “Dummies” guides to almost every pursuit a person could take up, but what happens when you want to plant a new crop or start a garden from scratch? First, you’ll need to get water to the garden. The prospect of purchasing the right equipment for your irrigation needs can …

Beneficial Insects and Pollination Pollination is vital to the fertilization, reproduction and survival of all non-GMO food and flower species. Pollination occurs when insects or animals move between flowers of the same species, carrying with them the essential powdery pollen granules from plant to …

Saving water is always a good idea. After all, it is a precious, life-giving element. Conserving your water will benefit the planet and everyone and everything that inhabits it. Using water wisely can also save you money by reducing your water bills. During these dry times, saving water has becom …

Drip irrigation provides a wonderful way to conserve water. It will benefit your plants, your bank account and the environment. Although installing and operating a drip irrigation system is not terribly complex, careful planning is the key to a well-designed drip irrigation system. Keeping in mind s …

Life depends on water. Unless you live in a gardener’s paradise where plants get a reliable, sustainable watering from weekly rainfall, you’re going to need to irrigate. That means most if not all of us will have to supplement Mother Nature’s efforts with our own if we want our pla …