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Do you love a nice cup of coffee? Well you're not the only one. Plants, soil and even worms love coffee. Coffee grounds provide many benefits for your garden so if you have coffee grounds at home definitely make use of them. They can be used as compost, a soil enhancer, mulch, dry and wet fertiliser, worm food and as a repellant. Who would have known?? Like and follow us for more expert tips and tricks. #landscapingtips #summergardens #zones #feedmygarden

🌱 Day 21 of 30: Let’s Talk Compost So what does feeding a Box of Life look like? This is a video submitted to us by Alycia, a new worm momma who shows us how she feeds her wormies. She collects her food scraps in a container, and chops it up into small chunks. (My suggestion is to chop scraps during meal prep before adding it to the container) Next, she digs a hole in wormy ecosystem, places the food in there, and covers it all up. A really important step to prevent flies and unwanted smells. Lastly she adds some wet bedding to balance out the food she’s added. This is a step most people don’t do when feeding a worm bin or composter which eventually leads to anaerobic conditions and muddy compost. You notice how neat and clean everything is right? I’ve learnt a lot about make good compost at home and I share that with folks. It makes composting almost like a ritual and show you how to do it in a much nicer way than you’d imagine. #MakeCompostingMainstream #Vermicomposting

Myth vs. Fact: #Composting Edition! 🌿 Don't toss those veggie scraps just yet! Discover the truth behind the myth that composting at home is complicated and time-consuming. With a bit of effort, you can turn kitchen waste into garden gold! #CompostMagic #GreenLiving #ReduceReuseRecycle #WasteManagement #EcoMythBuster #SwitchON

To assess your fruit, examine your roots. The grass isn't always greener on the other side, but if you focus on adding good soil and water, it will flourish and thrive. Your fruits are a reflection of your roots. Mark 4:6-8 #equipped #claudelake

Feeling that Sunday Buzz but giving my green buddy a growth glow-up instead! ✨ Just like we need a good environment to thrive, plants need some love and a fresh start too! Repotting helps by: Giving roots more room to roam! ➡️ Happy roots, happy plant! Refreshing the soil with fresh nutrients! Plants gotta eat too, you know! Encouraging new growth and beautiful blooms! Because who doesn't love a thriving plant friend? Question Time! When was the last time you repotted your plants? Any plant parent tips to share? What's your favorite way to unwind on a Sunday? Let's chat in the comments! #sundayvibes #plantlife #repotting #plantcare #growthmindset #lifestyle

Hey compost enthusiasts! I'm diving into the #CompostChallenge thanks to one of my eco-savvy connections, Jennifer “Jen the Pen” 🖊️ Wallace, and I'm here to scramble some misconceptions about a popular compost ingredient. So, let's crack open the topic of eggshells. Many of us have been tossing them into our home compost heaps, hoping to add a calcium boost to our gardens. But here's a shell shocker: calcium is a mineral, which means it doesn't break down like other compost materials. In fact, eggshells take about 5 to 10 years to decompose. That's more patience than waiting for your avocado to ripen! Here's the twist: if your city collects compostables, then go ahead and include those eggshells. Municipal composting facilities can handle them much better than our backyard bins. This tip is specifically for the home composting heroes. When your compost is finally ready, you might find it's got more eggshell confetti than a birthday party - fun, but not very nutritious for your plants just yet. So, for all the home composters out there, remember: eggshells are a slow-release addition, not an instant magic spell for your soil. But if your city takes care of the composting, feel free to keep adding those shells! And now, to keep the compost conversation growing, I'm tossing the challenge to Grégory Pratte! Show us your compost wisdom, Grégory! 🥚🌼 #EggshellEnigma #CompostWithCare

Winter is coming, and your garden needs a little TLC to stay healthy and thrive in the spring. From adding nutrient-rich compost to protecting plants with a layer of mulch, there are simple steps you can take to prep for the cold months ahead. Discover how to winterize your garden like a pro in our latest blog post. 🌱https://bit.ly/412ZBmz

Are you thinking about starting your veggie or flower seeds early? It's easier than you think! Our latest blog post will help you get started. https://lnkd.in/ggG_BaNE Check out our website for seeds and seed starting supplies! #thetiltedwhalegardens

It's not too late to welcome YOU to DECEMBER This is your reminder: December is NOT the time to stop planting—it’s the time to nurture, refine, and prepare for your greatest harvest. At PSF Vegetables, we know that every seed planted with care today becomes tomorrow’s abundance. 🌱 Here’s our December mindset: 🔸 Keep watering your goals. 🔸 Stay patient through the process. 🔸 Trust the work—you’ll reap what you sow. 💡 What’s one goal you’re “planting” this month? Drop it below—we’re rooting for you! 🙌 #PSFVegetables #GrowYourGoals #PSFDecember

🌱 The Start of Something Green at Micro Acres OWB! It’s planting day! Here’s a sneak peek at what’s happening in the grow room: ✨ Top Shelf: Sunflower 🌻 and Pea Shoots 🌱 are planted and ready to sprout. ✨ Second Shelf: Radish 🌈, Arugula 🌿, Basil 🌿, and Broccoli 🥦 trays are prepped and settling in. There’s something incredibly rewarding about watching these trays go from seed to harvest. Each one tells its own story of growth, care, and transformation. For me, it’s a reminder of how much beauty and life can come from something so small. No sales pitch here, just sharing a little slice of what I love doing. Growing these greens isn’t just about food; it’s about the process, the patience, and the joy of seeing them thrive. If you’re into the magic of growing or just curious about how this all works, I’d love to chat. What’s something in your life that brings you this kind of simple joy? #PlantingDayStories #MicroAcresLife #GrowAndThrive #OwensboroRoots #SmallMomentsBigImpact