Organic Gardening Tips

Growing an indoor herb garden can be very rewarding, providing a welcome splash of greenery during the long, gray winter months. When you're growing herbs in pots on your kitchen windowsill, you can reach out and pluck a handful of fragrant basil leaves or snip off some savory chives any…

As interest in gardening and growing food at home has increased, many people who are new to the hobby want to adopt gardening practices that are safe for their families and pets, as well as the environment. To maintain an organic garden that is free of synthetic chemicals, it’s important…

Drying herbs, flowers and foliage from your garden is a great way to preserve and extend the life of your harvest, long after the growing season is over. Dried herbs and dried flowers can look extremely attractive and keep your home smelling fresh. Homegrown and dried herbs add more flavor…

Crabgrass is one of the most tenacious weeds that a gardener has to contend with. Crabgrass control can feel like a running battle; with the right approach, though, you can get the better of this common nuisance plant. What Is Crabgrass?  Crabgrass is the common name for Panicum sanguinale, a…

As the summer starts to wind down, it's time to think about preparing your garden for the cool months ahead. For many gardeners, that means mulching. First Things First, What is Mulch?   Mulch is a layer of organic material placed on top of the soil, such as grass clippings…

Here at Earth’s Ally, we love our plants just as much as we love our four-legged friends. Too often though, pets and plants don't seem to mix. Many of our favorite plants species are poisonous to cats and dogs, as are many common plant treatments. Read on to learn about…