• The Circle of Life

    The Circle of Life

    Nature has taken a tree back. The Circle of Life continues as long as it’s left where it lies. Read more

  • The results of the indoor composting test

    After a winter of attempting to breakdown kitchen waste in a bucket, the results are in. Lessons learned and next steps. Read more

  • Now shipping AEM!

    Now shipping AEM!

    Due to popular demand we are now shipping AEM within Ontario! Flat rate shipping of $15 What is AEM? Activated Effective Microorganisms (AEM) are a mixture of aerobic and facultative microorganisms that are activated (woken up) and can be added directly to your lawn, garden or compost pile. Aerobic microorganisms are beneficial and are the… Read more

  • A Different Way to Compost Indoors

    I’ve been composting indoors for years – both vermicomposting and bokashi. I endeavour to not throw any food stuff in the commercial compost / waste stream. But, composting outdoors in winter is tough. Especially trudging through knee deep (or deeper) snow to get to the bin, which will inevitably attract things one doesn’t want in… Read more

  • Co-existing

    Co-existing

    Co-existing with species is an important part of ecosystem health. Read more

  • Maintaining garden, and plant health, in a drought

    Maintaining garden, and plant health, in a drought

    Ottawa is in a drought. It has been weeks since there has been any substantial rainfall. So little rain has fallen this year that the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority has asked people and businesses to reduce their ground water usage. This doesn’t impact people and businesses on the municipal water supply, but given the lack… Read more

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