Today on Stoep Harvest we look at the concept of crop rotation. What is it, why do it and how does one go about doing it? Having spoken to a number of hobby-gardeners over the past few years, there seems to be a general sense of mystery and fear or scepticism around rotating one’s plants in the vegetable garden. I hope to bring clarity and confidence through making this … [Read more...]
Stoep Harvest part 6: Harvesting weeds
So far in the Stoep Harvest series we have covered how to plan your organic vegetable garden, increase your soil health, plant your crops and make compost. Last month we looked at the benefits of mulching. Today I am writing about weeding and pruning in the organic garden. Your garden should now be in full swing, with food growing all over the place. In our (large) vegetable … [Read more...]