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The Gardening and Recycling Organics Wisely (GROW) program was developed
by a unique cross-country partnership to encourage waste reduction and to
protect land and water resources in South Carolina. The core material of
the workbook is from the Saving Water Partnership of Seattle, WA, a group
of more than 25 local water providers. They produced the "Natural Lawn &
Garden Series" of books: Natural Lawn Care; Growing Healthy Soil; Smart
Watering; Choosing the Right Plants; Natural Pest, Weed & Disease Control;
and Composting at Home. GROW has many parents, including the Piedmont Landscaping
and Naturescaping Training (PLANT) that offers a holistic approach to conserving
soil and applying green gardening approaches. Gardening is the most popular
hobby in America, and rightfully so. Also, gardening establishes connections
with friends and neighbors in the community and serves as a bridge between
generations of young and not-so-young gardeners. Therefore, gardeners have
the gem@info.com.np Introduction In urban centres around the world there is great need and potential for new practices that both reduce the consumption of resources and lead to an improved quality of life. With this in mind, Alternatives Environment Committee (AEC) and The Green Energy Mission/Nepal (GEM) have developed in partnership the Kathmandu Rooftop Organic-Hydroponics Project (KROHP). Combining composting and locally constructed `simplified' hydroponics technologies, along with grey and rainwater collection for irrigation, this project encourages a form of urban agriculture that integrates energy and resource efficient production to create an innovative and sustainable industry. While urban agriculture and rooftop gardening are very popular in the Kathmandu Valley, there remain barriers to achieving the high levels of food production possible through rooftop gardening. These barriers include: 1) a lack of locally produced fertilisers, 2) the need for high Gardening presents a good opportunity to involve parents, other community members, Team Nutrition Supporters, and local organiza-tions and merchants. Gardening offers a good opportunity to practice reading and language skills (via seed packet planting instructions) and math skills (using seed packet informa-tion to determine when and how much to plant), and to understand the scientific process (regional variations and soil erosion). Indoor gardening can provide interactive lessons in sci-ence, math, language arts, and social studies. For a sample copy of the Growing Ideas newsletter and brochure, call the National Gardening Association at 1-800-538-7476. Outdoor Gardening Students can check seed pack-ets or gardening books to find out about ideal planting time and conditions. Your local gardening resource can help with any questions you might have. Pick an outdoor gardening spot. Consult with your gardening partner(s) to determine how to develop your garden. NEWS RELEASEKidsregen.org, one of the leading Web sites for children,* is bringing organic and regenerative gardening to life for children, parents and educators, regardless of whether or not they have a garden! Sowing seeds in fertile minds this summer and fall are Mike McGrath, a long-time editor and writer at Organic Gardening magazine; Bill Zimmerman from Newsday; and Eve Pranis from the National Gardening Association, whose organization will also be providing Kidsregen.org with a new organic gardening Q and A service this fall. "Kidsregen.org already inspires children to make healthier choices for themselves and for the planet through a wide variety of gardening features. These new writers will greatly enhance our free resources and help children, parents and educators reap the rewards of organic, regenerative gardening for themselves," says Rodale. In the Educators section, Eve Pranis and the National Gardening Association provide a monthly, teacher-friendly column that explores aNatural Gardening WEAC Booklet 1-32As a physician in practice for nearly 25 years, and with a large practice experience in both rural and urban North American settings, the wisdom of Mark Twain has never been more evident that in today's society. Rushing to carry out the many tasks we have set before us, we operate on the expediency princi-ple. Thus, we eat fast food, rarely have quiet time in our day to day lives, and would never imagine manu-ally removing weeds from the cracks in the driveway or sidewalk. Nearly all of our fathers, indeed our brothers and spouses have a high risk of cancer of the prostate. Our wives, sisters, and daughters have faced a risk for breast cancer that has risen to a ratio of one in eight North American women today. This booklet provides a col-lection of tools by which individual families, and indeed whole communi-ties can begin to achieve this laud-able goal. The primary objective was for Windsor City Council to adopt the following reso-lution: That approval in principle03_15_02The Rodale Institute's contest illustrates the impact that organic gardening in schools has on children's health and eating habits æ Is it really possible to change the eating habits and health of our nation's children through gardening? "We want to get children excited about gardening organically because it helps them to make the connection between food and health," says Florence Rodale, founder and executive editor of kidsregen.org. Our contest has already empowered children in Pennsylvania to make healthy choices for themselves and now it's time to get schools all over the country involved in organic gardening," says Rodale. The Rodale Institute, an internationally recognized organization that promotes organic and regenerative farming and gardening practices, expanded its contest to the nation's schools largely at the request of children and educators. -more-The Rodale Institute's National Organic School Garden Awards Page 2 The success of Franklin Elementary,April 21 -- Whether you're a serious gardener who is already tilling the soil for your prize-winning tomatoes, or a weekend green thumb who just likes to putter among your petunias, spring weather means it's time to break out your gardening tools. This year, simple and chic gardens are in, and over-the-top looks are out, according to Rebecca Kolls, Good Morning America's gardening contributor. In the tool shed, rechargeable tools are replacing the type that run on gasoline. The Contractor's Super Shovel ($44.95, gardeners.com), has knife-sharp teeth at the bottom that allows shovel users to slice through roots, rocky soil and baked clay, cutting back on fatigue. For patio furniture, there is a move toward faux furniture, made from recycled plastics. If you prefer wood furniture, there are also new options. Instead of traditional teak, the wood most often used for outdoor furniture, manufacturers are moving toward balau, an alternative hardwood with golden highlights (Hampton Roads Area, VA) Summer is finally over and it's time to enjoy your family, home and surroundings. Don't let the holiday shopping stress you out Look around and if you have nothing in bloom then you may want to consider some late fall and winter blooming plants such as some sansanqua camellias, hellebores, winter roses, pansies, etc. Now is a great time to plant bulbs early spring bloomers. On average this month, it will be a high of 52 degrees and a low of 35 degrees and Hampton Roads will get 9 days of rain averaging 3.23 inches. Other general gardening tips for this month: You still have time to make herb vinegars from chives, shallots, garlic, or any herbs on your windowsill for the holidays. Other Fruits and Vegetable Gardening Tips for this month: Fruit trees can be pruned at any time during the winter provided the temperature is above 45F. If you wish to be added to this free monthly gardening newsletter, send your e-mail address to jlachowicz@cox.net. EnableGuideNo matter what your age or physical ability, gardening doesn't have to be a challenge. - Discover how raised beds, hanging baskets, vertical wall gardens and containers help make gardening more accessible. - Take advantage of demonstrations, workshops, tours and special events to learn more about accessible gardening. - Visit the Tool Shed to pick up gardening resources to take home. This series of informative gardening fact sheets includes topics such as designing a home enabling garden, selecting sense-stimulating plants and gardening in containers. No matter what your age or physical ability, gardening doesn't have to be a challenge. This series of informative gardening fact sheets includes topics such as designing a home enabling garden, selecting sense-stimulating plants and gardening in containers. Shallow Pans Shallow garden beds built above the ground provide legroom for gardeners who sit while gardening. Shallow Pans Shallow garden beds built above thespringfest05"WELLNESS THROUGH GARDENING" Spring Fest When: Wednesday, March 16, 2005 Where: FARNSWORTH PAVILION (in the RMC area) 12 noon to 1:00 p.m. Join us to hear from Betty Heacker, (Jones '70) co-owner of Wabash Antique & Feed Store, discuss organic gardening for fruits, veggies and herbs. In addition, Sara Alexander Leibovich, Hanszen senior and President of the community garden, will share her knowledge on the campus garden!One of the questions I am frequently asked is "When should I prune my Hydrangea bushes?" It seems like a simple enough question, but the answer is a little complicated. First, I want to make it clear that hydrangeas usually do not need to be pruned - ever - except to remove dead stems and blooms. There are two types of pruning methods, and two types of hydrangeas, those that bloom on "old wood" and those that bloom on "new wood". So you need to determine what type of hydrangea you have. The ones that bloom on old wood, are usually the mophead or lacecap hydrangeas (these usually have pink or blue flowers) or the Oakleaf hydrangeas. The ones that bloom on new wood are the paniculatas (PeeGees) or the Annabelle (both of these bloom white.) If you do not know what kind of hydrangea you have, you will be safe if you only use the first type of pruning method. Pruning: Method One - For the mophead, lacecap and Oakleaf Hydrangeas. Investigating 'gardening' of food by sedentary macroinvertebrates using stable isotopesAccumulating evidence from a range of aquatic systems suggests that some sedentary grazing macroinvertebrates manipulate their environment, extending the range of conditions under which their particluar life-style is sustainable, and outcompeting more mobile species. 'Culturing' of algae or bacteria in or on their tubes, galleries or territories is postulated through the provision of recycled nutrients (especially nitrogen), and locally enhancing productivity. The reciprocal organic carbon generated by microbial consortia is a better quality diet for the grazers than would otherwise be available. Knowledge of such interactions and their effects on biogeochemical cycling is fundamental to our understanding of ecosystem function. We have identified three species in different aquatic systems and suspect they 'culture' microbes: Filter or deposit feeders in productive lake sediments. 3 - Tinodes waeneri (caddis flies) larvae. Gallery builders on stones in the wave-washedGardening With Head StartersGardening With Nature: Children Discovering Their Connection to the Natural World Presented by: Nalita Baumback Gardening With Nature 1) Curriculum Area Brainstorming 2) Yearly Curriculum Outline Brainstorming Gardening Activities Gardening and Nature in aPRESSR~1Fall gardening campaign launched Toronto Public Health today launched a Fall gardening campaign to help residents reduce the use of pesticides as they prepare their lawns and gardens for Spring. "Fall is an important time to lay the groundwork for a healthy, pesticide-free lawn and garden," said Dr. David McKeown, Toronto's Medical Officer of Health. "We want residents to know the basic tips for this time of year to make it easy for their gardens to bloom naturally next Spring." The Fall gardening campaign includes newspaper advertisements encouraging residents to colour in their garden naturally by taking three easy steps: "1) aerate and seed your lawn; 2) use natural fertilizer; 3) apply mulch". A practical "how to" guide for pesticide-free gardening is part of the education campaign. "Pesticide Free: A Guide to Natural Lawn and Garden Care" is an all-you-need-to-know resource for natural lawn and garden care and is available on the web at toronto.ca/health. Toronto Public | |
