Make Your Own Herbal Tincture

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Sep 242012
 


Herbs bring a lot of wonders to households and are now considered an indispensible part of our lives. From thousands of herbs out there discovered to have medicinal benefits, there’s always an equivalent herbal remedy for any illnesses.

One of the best ways to get all the effectiveness of herbs is through extracting them to become a tincture. A tincture is a solution of a medicinal substance in an alcoholic or hydroalcoholic menstruum. This preparation gets the herb suspended in a liquid, which is commonly used in medicinal purposes.

There is maximum potency of herbs in the form of tincture compared to dried herbs. Not to mention that in tincture, the potency of the herbs is being preserved and gets stronger as time passes by.

In this video, discover how to make herbal tincture. This is a simple guide but needs precautionary measures. For another extensive preparation of your favorite herbs, this presentation is highly recommended.

Watch the entire clip to learn more about tincture making. Make sure to follow the instructions carefully to get the best out of the product.

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How to Grow Cucumbers from Seeds

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Sep 172012
 


Cucumber is a fresh salad favorite that you can always find in most home gardens. Aside from pickling and slicing, cucumber is commonly used in beauty regimens for getting rid of dark circles under the eyes and hydrating the skin, giving it a radiant glow and smooth feel.

Cucumbers can be grown indoors and out, making it a viable choice even for those who don’t have a large space in their backyard. When you decide to plant cucumbers in a small space or in pots be sure to check the varieties that are appropriate for such conditions.

Cucumbers are perfect to grow in subtropical areas since they require long warm days and plenty of sunshine. These plants can’t tolerate frost and are ideally grown in relatively high temperatures ranging from 65 to 75 degrees.

In this video, watch Frank E. Buker as he shows us the proper way of planting cucumbers in your garden. Frank E. Buker, also known as Farmer Ed, was raised on a farm in Maine, and has a lifetime of experience gardening.

Learn more about different techniques that would guarantee healthy and fresh produce from the expert himself. Watch the entire clip to get started on your cucumber garden.

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Planting Cabbage Seeds

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Sep 102012
 


Cabbage is a staple vegetable that is rich in nutrients. It is best served fresh with all the vitamins and mineral contents are intact. Thus, it is necessary to ensure that your cabbages have the best conditions when you grow them.

Cabbage is relatively easy to grow if you have the appropriate variety depending on the climate and location, and if you practice proper care and maintenance. If you’re a first time grower, start with Brussels sprouts or kale. You might want to avoid cauliflowers since they are a bit challenging to grow.

Cabbage plants prefer cool weather and the optimal temperature to grow cabbage is 60 to 80 degrees. Keep in mind that cabbage also like loose, moist and well-drained soil. Usually, cabbages are grown from seeds.

In this video, expert Robert Linde will guide you on how to plant cabbage seedlings. Robert Linde is a licensed Acupuncture Physician in the state of Florida, as well as a Registered Herbalist.

Learn significant tips about growing cabbage through planting seeds by watching the entire clip. Start growing your own cabbage garden through this short presentation.

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Difference between Organic and Biodynamic Farming

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Sep 032012
 


For those of you who have been in the know of organic farming may have heard the recently surfacing method called biodynamic agriculture. Basically, biodynamic farming is an advance form of organic farming that involves the balance and sustainability of the soil, plant, and the animals.

Being a form of organic farming, Biodynamics shares a lot of common methods with the former. One of the most distinct similarities between the two includes using manure and composts, total non-use of chemicals in growing plants, as well as crop rotation.

As an advance form of organic farming, the processes of Biodanamycs are anchored on certain preparations with much emphasis on integrating minerals, plants, and animals within the entire farming system.

In this video, watch Jeff Poppen, the barefoot farmer, as he explains the differences between organic agriculture and biodynamic farming.

Watch the entire clip to learn more about the specifics of these methods of farming. You’ll definitely find this video informative and helpful because of the simple yet comprehensive examples and demonstrations that Jeff Poppen prepared for his viewers.

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Organic Gardening: Trip to a Backyard Bounty

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Aug 272012
 


Someone once said that, “If you want to be happy, plant a garden.” There isn’t more blissful than starting your own garden, especially an organic one since it has never been more challenging, exciting, and rewarding to do some gardening that excludes all those chemicals in your plants that will make for a healthier produce.

If you’re just a beginner in planting an organic garden then you must be getting very excited about all there is to know and experience in organic gardening. It can be a bit puzzling at times since it needs specific caring procedures compared to conventional ones. But no one has ever said that it is not worth the time and effort you put into it.

The best time during the entire period of planting is when you see your plants starting to produce their fruits. There is nothing more fulfilling than seeing your garden at full bloom and abundance.

In this video, you’ll be toured to a medium scale garden that houses a rich variety of vegetables and fruits ready for picking. Aside from the eye feast over the freshness and bounty of these crops, you’ll also acquire some tips and information about growing your own organic garden.

Sounds exciting right? Watch the entire clip and start exploring this wonderful organic garden that would definitely inspire you to start one if you haven’t or get you to improve the one you already have in your backyard.

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Tomato Horn Worm Organic Pesticide Alternative

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Aug 202012
 


Pest is one of the biggest problems in gardening, especially when you are growing an organic one. Because pests can’t be easily eradicated without the use of harmful pesticides, it can be very challenging to grow your plants the organic way.

Although pesticides are considered to be the most effective way of getting rid of the green villains, there are negative environmental and health effects associated with using pesticides. Also, some species of bugs are discovered to have developed immunity in certain kinds of pesticides, which makes it even discouraging to resort into these commercial products.

With these consequences, going organic have become a popular method in farming these days. There have been many pesticides alternatives created to sustain an all-organic garden. These alternatives include methods of cultivation, use of biological pest control, and processes of hindering insect breeding.

In this video, learn how to fix the problems brought by pests in your organic garden. Featuring the Tomato Horn Worm, know how to spot pests infestation by observing the plants in your garden. This presentation offers an all-natural way of getting rid of this type of pest.

Watch this short clip and walk away with a new technique to limit pests from destroying your tomato plants. You’ll definitely find this video helpful in maintaining your organic garden.

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Organic Gardening and Nature

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Aug 132012
 


Nature has been long deemed damaged and this is something that’s irreversible. The only way we can do to help is by keeping a green lifestyle, which means promoting wild habitats, and by creating wildlife friendly household and communities.

One of the best ways to support the health of nature is by growing your own organic garden. Creating and maintaining an organic garden is a very easy task and offers lots of benefits, too, not just in nature but also in your individual health as well.

Many public and private organizations have come out to show their support in the campaign of protecting our environment. Their support ranges from housing parks and land conservation programs, restoring wildlife habitats, conducting environmental researches, as well as educating people about nature.

In this video, you’ll be informed of the ways how an educational institution helps support the motion of caring for the nature in form of organic gardening.  Watch the entire clip and walk away with better appreciation of organic gardening.

The UW Bothell and Cascadia Community College boasts motivational system that is a major supporter of organic gardening and landscape management. Learn how they shy away from processes that harm nature and create a sustainable environment within the campus.

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Make Your Own Strawberry Tower

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Aug 062012
 


Strawberry is the most popular “berry” fruit in the whole world. People love them for their juicy and grainy texture, and sweet yet tangy taste, and these make strawberry a very refreshing fruit.

Aside from these wonders, strawberries are good for your health. Strawberry is a good source of vitamins, fiber, and particularly high levels of antioxidants. It is definitely hard not to fall in love with strawberry even just by looking at its red color and heart shape.

There can be a few places where you can plant strawberries. The climate should be safe from wind, with sufficient water, with full sun most of the day, and a good drainage. The most important thing to consider when planting strawberries is choosing a good soil. You don’t have to worry about it since choosing the soil is something that you can control.

With a use of strawberry tower, your strawberry garden will not only flourish from a well-maintained location and environment, but it will also look stylish. In this video, learn about all the necessary steps you need to build a strawberry tower.

This clip features very interesting and easy to follow instructions of creating your own strawberry garden that requires less space. If you don’t have the luxury of a backyard garden, then this strawberry tower is perfect for you.

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Build Your Own Raised Bed Garden

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Jul 302012
 


Why gardeners are choosing to plant on a raised bed garden? What are the advantages of having a raised garden over planting directly on a raised ground? Are there any disadvantages with a raised bed? Do the benefits outweigh the risks?

On a conventional garden, it is difficult not to step in it every time you’re doing your everyday gardening. Stepping can cause the soil to get really compressed and air passage within the soil would be limited. Moreover, conventional gardens require larger space for where you create a path for passing through. You can’t also control the type of soil in a normal garden and drainage could be an issue, too. Thus, raised garden is invented. Raised garden provide all the solutions to these problems.

Now that you’ve find out the basic differences between a raised garden and the conventional one, you must be really thrilled to try it at your home. So, how do you build a raised garden right at your backyard?

In this video, learn how to build your own raised bed garden. The instructions used in this guide are very simple to follow. Also, learn some tips on how you can save more on using some tools in building and maintaining your raised bed garden.

If you’re having trouble growing your vegetables and fruits in your own garden, then you must try this guide on starting your own raised bed garden. Watch the entire clip and walk away with adequate knowledge on gardening.

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Homemade Irrigation for Your Raised Bed

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Jul 252012
 


Wondering when will be your last day as a slave for watering your plants? Or is it the health of your plants you are worried about because you may be carelessly killing them with your uncontrolled watering habits? Therefore, creating a dripping irrigation for your raised bed would be the right solution to these problems.

If you want to be precise with the water supply for your plants then a dripping irrigation is what you need. In order to grow healthier and high quality plants, it is necessary that the amount of water and pressure you apply on your garden are well-regulated.

If you have a large garden outside your home, then there is no problem in using the old method of watering your plants with a soaker hose. However for a raised bed, using soaker hose can kill the plants with uncontrolled water flow.

In this video, one gardening enthusiast shows us the steps in creating your own dripping irrigation for your raised bed. Learn a lot from his experiments and the pitfalls that he’d ran into in maintaining a raised bed garden.

Watch the entire clip for several tips in building drip irrigation for your raised bed. If you’re interested in seeing some real demonstration on how to make one right at your homes, then click “Play” and experience it for yourself.

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