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Is Ground Ivy Good or Bad?

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This is AnnahMarie.

Today, Organic Gurlz Gardens of Fort Wayne, Indiana will be sharing information on Ivy. Is Ground Ivy Good or Bad?

Characteristics

Ground Ivy or “Creeping Charlie”, has vibrant green leaves, square stems and lovely scented lavender flowers. The aromatic perennial has a preferred growing area that is moist and shady. While it does make good ground cover, it is quite toilsome to contain. Continue reading

Benefits of Cinnamon

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This is AnnahMarie.

Today, Organic Gurlz Gardens of Fort Wayne, Indiana will be sharing information on the Benefits of Cinnamon. 

We love Cinnamon!

From tossing into dishes or sprinkling on a sweet potato, there is nothing in comparison to the delicious spice of Cinnamon. Continue reading

Moles and Gophers in Your Garden

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This is AnnahMarie.

Today, Organic Gurlz Gardens of Fort Wayne, Indian will be sharing information on Moles and Gophers in Your Garden.

What Exactly Are Moles?

Moles feed on insects and insect larvae, but earthworms and white grubs are their acquired taste in fine dining. This is kind of a win-lose since grubs are bad for the garden and earthworms are awesome for the soil. Continue reading

How to Keep Deer Away From Your Garden

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This is AnnahMarie.

Today, Organic Gurlz Gardens of Fort Wayne Indiana will be sharing information on How to Keep Deer Away From Your Garden.

Oh dear, there’s a deer in the garden!

So no one wants deer nibbling on their fruits or veggies in the garden. Of course, we have to keep all the yummy stuff to ourselves ;). However, when there is deer in the garden, we should know how to repel them. Sometimes a fence is just not enough. Continue reading

Squash Leaves from Your Garden

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This is AnnahMarie.

Today, Organic Gurlz Gardens of Fort Wayne, Indiana will be sharing information about Squash Leaves from Your Garden.

We at Organic Gurlz Gardens eat a ton of greens, but the question we have been asked several times : Are squash leaves are edible?

The following are a few shared ways from Organic Gurlz Gardens to make use of squash leaves and stems. So if you have pumpkins, zucchini or other types of squash spreading in your organic garden, go crazy with these ideas! Continue reading

Edible Flowers For Your Home Garden

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We at Organic Gurlz Gardens of Fort Wayne, Indiana would like to explain why it is important to have edible flowers as well as herbs and vegetables in your home garden to benefit your unique, individual body. Continue reading

Raised Bed Gardening

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Raised Bed Garden - Organic Garden GurlzRaised bed gardening is becoming increasingly popular, particularly in yards with smaller spaces, and for people with limited mobility or back issues. Container gardening may take a little more time to get started, but it is in many ways easier gardening. As I get a little older myself, I’m becoming a big believer in the adage, “work smarter, not harder.” When you plan your new garden, think about the following considerations: ease of use, depth of soil, drainage and nutrients. Ask yourself, “How far are you willing to, or comfortably able to bend over?” A garden which is difficult, or painful, to maintain sometimes becomes a neglected garden.  Continue reading

Starting a Vegetable Garden in Your Yard

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Home Vegetable Garden-Design Build PlannersA vegetable garden in your own yard is a great way to obtain fresh vegetables, spices, or fruits without having to pay high prices for them at the grocery store.  In addition, you can freeze your goods in order to eat them throughout the winter for that fresh out of the garden taste in your dinners.  A vegetable garden can also be a captivating family experience, and it can show children the understanding of the natural cycle of growth. Continue reading