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July 1, 2023
By Greg Seaman
Organic gardening is on the rise, with more gardeners embracing sustainable practices that nourish the soil and promote plant health. This year, we've rounded up some essential products to help you get started or enhance your existing organic garden.
Fertilizers and Soil Amendments
The foundation of any successful organic garden lies in nourishing the soil. Products like fish emulsion, Espoma Tomato-tone, bone meal, kelp meal, rock phosphate, compost, manures, and organic amendments rich in phosphorus, potassium, and calcium help plants thrive while improving soil health and structure.
The Soil3 Organic Soil Amendment, with a 10 cubic feet bag size, is an excellent choice for enhancing your garden's soil.
Calcium and Magnesium Supplements
For robust plant growth, consider Vital Cal Mag, a vegetable-based calcium carbonate that safely enhances soil microbiology without harming beneficial microbes. Vital Garden Supply’s liquid lines such as Cal Mag Baseline Liquid, Vital Veg, and Vital Bloom provide low-salt, continuous feeding options for vigorous plants and fruitful harvests.
OMRI-Listed Products
Ensure compliance with organic standards by opting for OMRI-listed products. The Organic Materials Review Institute certifies fertilizers, garden minerals, kelp, natural pest control, and soil improvers, guaranteeing their safety and approval for organic crop production.
Heirloom and Non-GMO Seeds, Fruit and Nut Trees
Reputable suppliers like Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply (Grow Organic) offer a variety of organic seeds and plants, along with raised bed kits and cover crops that support regenerative gardening practices.
Irrigation Systems
A Rain Bird 2000-Drip System, complete with 12 GPI and 125 feet of drip tubing, ensures efficient watering for your plants. Alternatively, the Premium Polyurethane Soaker Hose, with dimensions of 100 x 1", provides a reliable watering solution.
Garden Beds and Edging
Raised Vegetable Garden Beds, available in a 4x8 ft size, offer an excellent space for growing a variety of plants. For garden edging, both a 50 ft roll of 5000-series Black Garden Edging and Natural Cedar Raised Garden Beds are great options.
Specialty Plants
Expand your organic garden with unique plants like the Burpee Hybrid Tomato Plant variety 'Big Boy', the Jungle Perennial Huckleberry Bush, the Blackberry 'Marion's Blackberry' bush, and the Blueberry 'Bluecrop' bush. For berry lovers, the Wildflower Farms Eco-Lawn Grass Seed in a 5 lb package is ideal for creating a beautiful, organic lawn.
Composting
The Worm Factory 360 Composter is an excellent choice for home composting, while the Jora JK270 Composter, with a 9.5 cubic feet capacity, is perfect for larger households or commercial operations.
Weeding and Cultivating
The CobraHead Precision Weeder and Cultivator makes weeding and cultivating a breeze, ensuring your garden remains tidy and well-cared for.
Miscellaneous
A Premium Drinking Water Safe Garden Hose, with a slim 7/16" diameter, is a must-have for watering your garden, while the Farmstead Raised Garden Bed provides a versatile option for growing plants. Finally, a Corn Gluten Organic Fertilizer, with an 8-0-0 ratio and weighing 40 lbs, offers a natural way to feed your plants.
With these recommendations, you're well on your way to creating a thriving organic garden in 2023. Happy gardening!
- For a sustainable home-and-garden lifestyle, consider adopting an organic approach to gardening, where heirloom and non-GMO seeds, fruit and nut trees, and specialty plants can be cultivated for a diverse garden.
- To maintain a living space that supports sustainable living, opt for garden essentials such as composting systems, like the Worm Factory 360 Composter or the Jora JK270 Composter, and miscellaneous items such as a Premium Drinking Water Safe Garden Hose for efficient watering.
