Fertilizers are an important part of any gardener’s arsenal. With the right fertilizer, plants will grow healthier and more abundant. But with a variety of fertilizers available in the market, how can gardeners find the right product for their garden? The answer lies in the three numbers on...
Effective Microorganism Activated Solution (EMAS) is a fertilizer that induces the growth of beneficial microorganisms in the soil. Natural fertilizers like EMAS make the soil, plants, environment, and farmers healthy and safe from any harmful chemicals. Photo screen captured from the...
Behind healthy, successful plants is an excellent growing medium. Carbonized Rice Hull (CRH) is one of the many components that make for a good potting mix. CRH is the output of partially burnt rice hulls, or ipa in Tagalog. It is used as a fertilizer and soil conditioner for plant...
Air plants ( Tillandsia ) are one of the most low maintenance plants from the Bromeliad family. These root themselves to tree branches or shrubs rather than in the soil. They get nutrients from moist, humid air. If grown as houseplants, they require regular misting. Air plants do not need...
By Patricia Bianca S. Taculao Watering is only the basic thing to do when it comes to caring for plants. Advanced care requires fertilization and pest management to make sure that the plants are free from disease and pests, and are healthy as they grow. Millennial farmer and founder of...
DAVAO CITY – As the people were locked down in their homes as result of community quarantine restrictions, many have made use of their time by engaging in urban gardening. As a result, there was a notable spike on the demand for flowers, ornamental plants, vegetables and consequently, fertile...
