N-P-K: The elemental shorthand for the three major nutrients in fertilizers. “N” stands for Nitrogen, “P” stands for Phosphate (P2O2) and “K” stands for Potash (K2O). These are the chemical forms of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium that are present in fertilizers. The three numbers on a fertilizer label directly correspond to these nutrients. Trying to [...] read more »
We should really “bee” more mindful when we are planting our flowers. Ask yourself, ” Is this a flower that a honey bee would like?” Sounds a bit silly, but with Colony Collapse Disorder ( see site for more info http://www.nrdc.org/wildlife/animals/bees.asp ) it’s more important then ever to help these ” little guys” out. A [...] read more »
A lot of folks aren’t sure of the difference of these types of plants and wonder why some of their plants don’t come back every year. Hopefully this will help clear it up. Annual – Plants the perform their entire life cycle from seed to flower to seed within a single growing season. All roots, [...] read more »
I first received information about Jon Traunfeld through a Master Gardeners email. His unique approach to building this salad table is ingenious. I will be creating one myself and will post photos of it’s process. In the mean time check out this link and build your own. It’s so easy! This is great way to [...] read more »