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Vermicompost is the product or process of composting using various worms, usually red wigglers, white worms, and other earthworms to create a heterogeneous mixture of decomposing vegetable or food waste, bedding materials, and vermicast. If your interested in starting your own vermicompost, I have found many ads on Bends craigslist advertising the sale of red wigglers.
Few shrubs are easier to grow than ninebark. This North American native tolerates an array of weather conditions and is largely left alone by animal pests. Plus, its peeling bark creates winter interest. Newer selections bear foliage in bold shades of purple and gold. Ninebark is a fast grower and makes an excellent large,…
Lavender is a popular choice among Bendites for many reasons. Not only is lavender a full shrubby perennial that is a fast grower, but has a long lasting flower and really intense fragrance. Lavender also serves as a landscape item for its beauty and ability to stand heat and drought.
HERE ARE A FEW TIPS Trees that have just leafed out in spring could be weakened by pruning too early. Pruning in late summer will prevent weakening. Pruning for structure and form is best left until after the leaves fall and the branches can be seen clearly. Remove dead wood in the summer when leafless branches are…
So why should you “go green”? So many reasons and here are just a few Have you ever looked at the warning labels on the back of fertilizer bags? Most conventional fertilizers and pesticides contain very toxic chemicals that not only harm you but also animals. Synthetic lawn fertilizers can often decrease your soil’s fertility,…
Xeriscape If you are like everyone else and have noticed your water bill is climbing every year, you should consider xeriscaping. Xeriscaping is defined as “quality landscaping that conserves water and protects the environment”.