Acid-Loving Plants

Mulch any acid-loving plants with a thick layer of pine needles each autumn (fall). As they break down the soil becomes more acidic.
Something to be aware of though: pine needles exude a substance that prevents many seeds from germinating. That's one reason why you don't usually see other plants growing under pine trees. For more tips, click here

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The 10 Easiest Vegetables To Start Growing With

Hey there,

By now I'm guessing you've done quite a bit of work setting up your vegetable garden... well, at least a little work???

Have you worked out what kind of soil you've got? Sorted out where your patch is going?

If you have, then I want to share with you my top 10 easiest vegetables to get started with. From my experiece anyway.

Here they are:

Radish
Silverbeet / Spinach
Capsicum (Peppers)
Cherry Tomatoes
Zucchini (Courgettes)
Pumpkin
Leeks & Spring Onions
Bush or Dwarf Beans
Peas
Beetroot

You need to plant them at the right time of year for your area, but they really are quite easy to grow and are good vegetables to get your kids to grow if you want to get them involved in organic gardening too.

You'll find detailed cultivating information for my top 10 vegetables in my e-manual to get you started. Click here Taken from Julie's 1 Stop Organic Gardening site.

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Planting Trees

When planting trees, think of them and their locations as the walls and roofs of your outdoor rooms. Always consider their mature size before you plant. For more tips, click here

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Planting Seed In Clay Soils

If you're planting seeds in clay soil, cover them with vermiculite or seed-raising mix instead of soil. Clay soils absorb heat and can become too hot for the seeds to germinate. Clay also tends to crust over, making it difficult for the young seedlings to emerge. For more tips and information, click here

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