Tagged: nutrients

Learn to make your own compost at free class

Here’s the end result of composting: “garden gold” to enrich the soil. (Photo courtesy UCCE) Time to make some garden gold! Learn how to compost during a free class Saturday, Aug. 20, offered by...

Five ways to save labor in the fall garden

This is a good time to plant several spring- blooming bulbs in a large container. (Photo: Debbie Arrington) Cut down on work, increase enjoyment with these tips Gardeners work hard enough. Labor Day should...

Turn fallen leaves into garden gold

That’s not litter. Those leaves are the building blocks for an excellent compost pile — and they’re free for the raking. (Photo: Kathy Morrison) This last week of fall really lived up to its name:...