Bob’s Blog
The Basics of Soil Composition
Soils are complex mixtures of minerals, water, air, organic matter, and countless organisms that are the decaying remains of once-living things. It forms at the surface of land – it is the “skin of the earth.”
The Not So Wild and Wonderful History of West Virginia’s Forests
I have always been interested in studying history, and in West Virginia we have a rich history that holds many secrets and stories.
Growing Garden Tech.
Over the next few weeks we’re going to take a look at 2017 gardening trends. Since we’re looking to the future, let’s start off by looking at some of the technology that is starting to crop up in our gardens and landscape. The technologies that we use to automate our greenhouses at Bob’s is now making its way into systems anyone can take advantage of at home.
How To Test Saved Seeds
Like many gardeners, I like to save some of my seeds from year to year. Whether it is an heirloom variety or something new, a simple germination test can tell you if you should order replacements.
Five Deadly Plants
They might look harmless, but plants can kill! Some of the deadliest poisons on earth come from plants, and they can produce frightening effects. Here are five of the deadliest plants.
Permaculture Basics
Permaculture is a system of agricultural and social design principles that seek to simulate natural ecosystems. It has many branches including design, construction, engineering, and, of course, agriculture. The basic philosophy is to work with nature, not against it.