Scrap gardening is great for beginners who are wanting to experiment with their first garden and for those who just do not have room for a large garden in their yard. It is also a great way to save money on fresh food!
Skullcap and Mullein for Health and Wellness
Indigenous Agricultural Practices
Friend or Foe: What You Didn't Know About Weeds
Weeding is one of the most essential tasks in gardening, and the job is never done. These backyard “volunteers” always seem to find a way to thrive. Knowing your weeds can help you out. Some weeds are tricky to combat and can really hurt your plants, but others can be quite useful. Knowing these things can help lessen your load and maybe even bring a little something extra to your garden. This video will focus on a few different weeds and how they might affect your garden.
Environmental Justice Initiatives in St. Louis
Beginner's Guide to Permaculture and Home Gardening
Beginner's Guide to Native Bee Habitats
A Brief Guide to Native Planting in Missouri
Why Rye? The Benefits of this Cover Crop
Learn from director of urban agriculture Drew about why we use winter rye as a cover crop in our raised beds! Filmed on location at Fresh Starts Community Garden.
Get Started: DIY Organic Fertilizers
The most important factor for healthy plant growth is healthy soil. As mentioned in Part 1, the key to building healthy soil is the regular addition of soil amendments like compost. If you are looking to replenish specific nutrients or to grow heavy feeders like tomatoes, you can make your own organic plant food at home. You need only apply small quantities when plants need it, rather than large amounts over the whole garden. Remember: LESS IS MORE when it comes to fertilizer. Read on for some low-cost or no-cost options for making your own gentle organic fertilizers at home.
