by admin | Apr 8, 2021 | Compost, Compost Bins, How-to, Microbes, Soil
Are you wondering when is the best time to do your Spring yard clean up? And thinking now That the snow is gone you should do it? Think again! Those leaves and debris are shelter for the beneficial ladybugs and other overwintering insects in your yard (see the one...
by admin | Nov 14, 2020 | Compost, Compost Bins, halloween, How-to, Microbes, Soil, sustainable
Reduce waste, rejuvenate the health of your garden and best of all, eat well! From us at Eco-yards, here are some tips to make the most of the shoulder season. WAYS TO MAKE USE OF YOUR HALLOWEEN PUMPKINS After Halloween, so many pumpkins go to waste and...
by admin | May 23, 2016 | Compost, Compost Tea, Native Plants
Eco-Yards started when chemical sensitivities hindered my ability to do consulting work, which was my previous career. I had so much pent up energy that I started offering to re-do my friends yards to keep myself sane. Landscaping had already been long-time hobby of...
by admin | May 23, 2016 | Compost, Compost Bins, How-to
Laureen and Marcia (Eco-yards designer) spent some time teaching the Grade 4 students at Alex Munro school in Calgary how to make compost and how to design a compost bin. The students had already been studying the topic and had great questions. They took their new...
by admin | May 23, 2016 | Compost, Compost Bins, Compost Tea, How-to, Microbes, Native Plants, Nematodes, Over-seeding, Worm Composting
A great compost for your house plants, outdoor plants, and lawn too is made by worms! You could have your own worm bin in your home or garage in which worms turn your kitchen waste and newspaper into black gold for your plants. How To Make Your Own While it does take...
by admin | May 23, 2016 | Compost, Compost Bins, How-to
Anne Darragh is a family physician who grew up in Calgary and has been an eco-friendly gardener here and in B.C’s Columbia Valley for 35 years. She has used companion planting, insecticidal soap, and mulches for weed control with great success. Anne is concerned about...
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