Here is a little of what has been happening in our backyard garden in April. This weekend we finally got about 10mm of rain, which the garden has been waiting for and by the look of the weather forecast the days will begin to get cooler and we are on our way to winter.As of this … [Read more...] about What is Happening in Our Backyard Garden in April
How to Build a Homemade Mouse Trap Bucket
For a while I have been battling with a mice problem outside. I have been trying various methods of controlling the mice problem. I have tried many store bought traps with limited success. The mice seem to be able to eat the attractant without triggering the trap. I cannot bait … [Read more...] about How to Build a Homemade Mouse Trap Bucket
Kratky Method of Hydroponics Update Week 3
It’s been 3 weeks since I built my Kratky method hydroponic system. There has been a good amount of growth this week; however I’m starting to notice a nutrient deficiency in the leaves. So I have decided to add another 30ml of the hydroponic solution taking this now from being a … [Read more...] about Kratky Method of Hydroponics Update Week 3
7 Easy Steps to Growing Potatoes in your Backyard
Potatoes, one of the most used vegetables and a large part of people’s staple diet. It is also one of the most versatile vegetables in how it can be cooked and what it can be used in. Growing potatoes can be a very rewarding, but it can be challenging to get great yield. A common … [Read more...] about 7 Easy Steps to Growing Potatoes in your Backyard
Kratky’s Method of Hydroponics Update
Just a quick update on how the hydroponics is going. So today the system has been running for just under 2 weeks and I'm starting to see some good growth coming on. I would have like to seen this growth in the first week. I think the lack growth could be contributed to 2 things; … [Read more...] about Kratky’s Method of Hydroponics Update