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G&B Organics Eden Valley Blend Garden Soil with BiocharMax™ is made from a proprietary blended formula with BiocharMax™, a soft-wood biochar that provides soil, plant and environmental benefits. This GrangeKnows article highlights Eden Valley Blend Garden Soil and further explains the benefits of using a stable organic matter to enhance the nutrients in soil. BiocharMax™ Biochar is an excellent soil amendment created through a… Read more

Did you know many of your favorite trees, shrubs, roses and perennials are available as bare root plants? In this GrangeKnows article, we’ll provide simple tips and maintenance on bare root success. “Bare roots” simply means the plants are dormant and shipped without soil. Not all plants can handle being without soil for extended periods of time, but those that can, are often some of the best bargains in gardening. Health and Growth… Read more

Select Your Type The garlics grown for cooking are found mostly in two species: Allium ophioscordon, the hard-neck types, and Allium sativum, the soft-neck types. The hard-neck garlic bolts in spring to produce a woody flower stalk with bulblets atop. Plant the bulblets and you’ll harvest garlic “scallions” the next spring. Hard-necks are favored by knowledgeable cooks for their deep flavor and ease of peeling. Keeping quality for this grou… Read more

Growing strawberries can be a very rewarding garden experience or a profitable farming venture. However, it is important to know the proper growing procedure before you can start thinking about making strawberry preserves from your homegrown strawberries. Spacing - High density planting is typically in an array of 18" x 4 ft. with 7,260 plants per acre. About 1 pound of strawberries per plant. Normal density arrays are 2 ft. x 4 ft. with… Read more