Add some environmentally conscious practices to your gardener’s toolbelt for a more sustainable future.
1. Build your soil. The soil is the foundation of the garden. Use organic fertilizer, worm castings, compost, and plant cover crops, whether in the field or in balcony containers.
2. Use seed starting options that are either compostable or are built to last. Soil blockers are a worthwhile investment as they can be used repeatedly to create perfect soil blocks to start seeds. Or opt for compostable pots or a potmaker to create our own!
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