Organic Gardening Troubleshooting Basics Articles

• Anaerobic Bacteria and Lawn Sod

  Animal feces can often trigger a high buildup of bacteria within the soil. Anaerobic bacteria,…

  Last Updated: Nov 3, 2010 | Views: 2937

• Black Rot Fungus

  Black rot is a disease caused by the Didymella bryoniae fungus. The disease may also…

  Last Updated: Sep 8, 2010 | Views: 3399

• Cyanobacteria Toxin in Fertilizer

  Blue-green algae, also known as cyanobacteria, are oxygen-producing organisms that often overproduce when present in…

  Last Updated: Sep 2, 2010 | Views: 3509

• An Analysis of Heavy Metals in Soil

  Plant fertilizer can give gardens the necessary nutrients for proper growth. Unfortunately, fertilizers contain more…

  Last Updated: Sep 2, 2010 | Views: 2772

• Calcium in Liquid Form for Plants

  All plants need a balance of nitrogen, potassium and phosphorous for continued growth and a…

  Last Updated: Sep 2, 2010 | Views: 2685

• How Much Gypsum is Needed to Amend Soil?

  Gypsum is easily applied and amends soil in lawns and garden beds. Spread the granules…

  Last Updated: Aug 2, 2010 | Views: 2564

• Metal Contamination in Soils

  Heavy metals such as lead and arsenic can be found in both urban and rural…

  Last Updated: Jul 14, 2010 | Views: 2745

• Organic Fertilizer Vs. Inorganic in Effects on the Environment

  Nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium are the main ingredients of inorganic fertilizer. Nitrogen is an essential…

  Last Updated: Jul 11, 2010 | Views: 3949

• What Are the Dangers of Organic Vegetables?

  As many people choose to grow and purchase vegetables that have been grown without pesticides…

  Last Updated: Jul 5, 2010 | Views: 3068

• Organic Pesticides for Vegetable Gardens

  Integrated pest management (IPM) is recommended by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for organic pest…

  Last Updated: Jun 8, 2010 | Views: 2228

• How to Test for Contaminated Soil

  Contaminates are everywhere. Toxic substances such as sewage and lead cause substantial hazards for farmers…

  Last Updated: May 7, 2010 | Views: 3549

• Problems of Liquid Cow Manure

  A great way to give your plants, bushes and lawn extra nitrogen is to use…

  Last Updated: Mar 21, 2010 | Views: 7664

• Problems Growing Tomato Plants

  Problems growing tomatoes include diseases such as crown rot and mosaic virus, as well as…

  Last Updated: Mar 21, 2010 | Views: 4411

• Potassium Deficiency Solutions for Plants

  Garden plants and lawns need potassium for strong stems and disease resistance. Potassium-deprived plants can…

  Last Updated: Mar 5, 2010 | Views: 5458

• How to Amend Clay Soil for Organic Gardening

  Clay soil offers many problems to gardeners. It is water retentive, drains slowly and compacts…

  Last Updated: Jan 22, 2010 | Views: 7796

• Natural Lawn & Shrub Treatments

  Chemicals that have traditionally been used as pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, and fertilizers have well-documented potentially…

  Last Updated: Dec 4, 2009 | Views: 6367

• Is Organic Fertilizer Safe?

  Organic fertilizer may be natural or chemically synthesized, and there are no consistent standards for…

  Last Updated: Oct 27, 2009 | Views: 6287

• What Is a Worm Casting?

  Worm casting, or vermicast, is the waste of earthworms. Worms eat compost, food and cardboard…

  Last Updated: Oct 22, 2009 | Views: 4824

• What Are the Dangers of Organic Fertilizer?

  Organic fertilizer can be dangerous to humans or pets because it is most often made…

  Last Updated: Oct 22, 2009 | Views: 5592

• Is it Safe to Use Treated Wood Around an Organic Garden?

  According to the National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service, treated lumber is not allowed under the…

  Last Updated: Oct 20, 2009 | Views: 5671