By Michelle, on September 10th, 2008
What? You say! A weed killer?
Sometimes, regrettably, it is necessary to be more vigilant with pestilent plants. Use a 6 quart or larger pot for making the following:
- 1 gallon of white-distilled vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dye-free liquid soap
- 1 tablespoon sea salt
Mix together and bring all ingredients to a boil. Ladle into a spray container and spray on weed while mixture is still hot. Cover with newspaper and then cover with 90% weed free top soil. The area should be ready for something new, like a garden, within 6 months.
By Michelle, on September 8th, 2008
Ever wonder how to make garden space in your backyard in the city?
It’s easy! Simply use containers on hand, like leftovers from all the trees you planted last year, or make a raised bed garden with left-over wood from when you built your new fence (or your neighbor’s leftovers), reclaimed or salvaged wood works great too.
Some things to keep in mind when you build your raised bed garden:
- 3′ wide is plenty wide enough, you need a comfortable reach
- 6′ long is also long enough to ensure the same comfortable reach
- 1′ high is okay, but if you do 2′ you won’t have to bend down as far to reach your plants
- If you build close to your house you will use the heat from your house to help insulate your garden
