Worm compost: What is vermiculture and how to make homemade fertilizer

We are going to continue deepening in the topic of fertilization, dedicating today’s post to worm humus, worm compost or vermicompost. As we have already seen in other articles, there are many types of organic fertilizers that we can use to improve or fertilize the soil. Ecological fertilizers such as manures, garden compost, mushroom compost, […]

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Shading: How to protect the garden from the sun: Shade Nets and other solutions

Today we will talk about shading, a protected cultivation technique that improves harvesting and protects plants from inclement weather (excessive sun, wind or heat…) that could otherwise greatly reduce crop quality and yields. Shade nets are used in summer in orchards or fruit tree plantations where very high summer temperatures are reached and there is

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7 Types of Urban Gardens, their objectives and benefits

What types of urban gardens are there? What are urban gardens like? Here is a list of various types of gardens, various forms of urban agriculture with different objectives but with a multitude of benefits. Contents0.1 Private for-profit gardens0.2 Home gardens or family gardens1 Public leisure gardens1.1 Urban community gardens1.2 Educational gardens1.3 Therapeutic gardens1.4 Decorative

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10 Plants that Reproduce Without Seeds

Can plants reproduce without seeds? Are there plants that can grow without sowing a seed? The answer is yes: there are plants that resprout and can give rise to another plant from stems, fruits or other parts. Many plants reproduce through asexual methods like vegetative propagation, which doesn’t involve seeds. These plants produce new individuals

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10 Natural Insecticides for Plants: Homemade Insecticide How to get rid of pests?

We have already talked about natural insecticides in other Agrohuerto posts, but today we will make a general review in which we will see 10 of the most used natural preparations in organic gardens to control pests. Insects such as aphids or whiteflies, mites such as red spider mites or mammals such as rodents can

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Drip irrigation: What it is and how it works. Types of drip irrigation and advantages

Drip irrigation is one of the most widely used automatic systems for watering vegetable gardens and orchards. In today’s post we will see what are the components of a drip irrigation kit and how to install it. We will talk about the importance of drip irrigation in orchards, where it is one of the most

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Aeroponic cultivation: What is it, how does it work, advantages and disadvantages?

Aeroponic cultivation: What is it, how does it work, advantages and disadvantages?

This article is dedicated to aeroponic cultivation. We will explain what aeroponic cultivation is, how it works and what are its advantages and disadvantages. Aeroponic comes from air, but how can you grow a plant with air? Sometimes, on the Internet we can find sites where the virtues of this type of cultivation are exaggerated

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Growing Blackberries in the Orchard: With thorns or without thorns?

Growing Blackberries in the Orchard: With thorns or without thorns?

When deciding whether to grow blackberries with thorns or without thorns in your orchard, there are a few factors to consider. Each type has its advantages and disadvantages, and the choice ultimately depends on your preferences, the intended use of the blackberries, and the specific conditions in your orchard. Here are some considerations for both

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Why are Muscovy the Best Ducks for Permaculture Systems and Gardens?

Muscovy ducks are widely regarded as excellent additions to permaculture systems and gardens for various compelling reasons. Their versatility and valuable contributions to the overall health and productivity of garden ecosystems make them a popular choice for sustainable and regenerative agriculture practices. Contents1 1. Pest Control:2 2. Weed Management:3 3. Fertilization:4 4. Soil Aeration:5 5.

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Nitrogen fixing trees for orchards, forest gardens, food forests and permaculture designs

Permaculture gardens, food forests and orchards often use nitrogen fixing trees and shrubs to supply the nitrogen needed for good production. This video shows 10 of the species we’re working with in the far north of Scotland to feed our food forests, swale systems, garden and orchard without inputs. Nitrogen-fixing trees play a crucial role

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