Many people ask me what I mean by organic. Simply put, we grow in harmony with nature. We avoid all synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. We also look at nature in our customer's outdoor spaces. The soil is always the beginning. Our understanding of the makeup of the soil is very important in order to provide what it needs. Restoring resources plants use is accomplished by adding organic matter, compost is rich in nutrients and microorganisms. Soil is a living entity that we nurture to its fullest capacity. Healthy soil produces healthy plants. Organic means nature is smiling upon us. Choosing the right plants for the right place is another stage of being organic gardeners. Growing plants that adapt to your region, lighting conditions, air circulation, previous land use, pH, water drainage, direction of gardens, aesthetics, all create a healthy garden without chemicals. The Inch By Inch crew knows how to determine your needs. We also know pests, bugs and animals, are a factor and the best ways to limit their damage. It also helps to know the difference between good bugs and bad bugs and what plants will attract beneficial bugs and organisms. Organic also means worms. Those wiggly little creatures are major nutrient makers. I believe that organic is not changing nature but assisting to replenish the vital needs of nature that we sometimes have neglected or destroyed. I hope that we can all live in harmony with nature.

Sue

I am so pleased to meet you. I am the Owner and Chief Garden Consultant of Inch By Inch Organic Gardens. This blog will give you added information, some tips on keeping your gardens healthy and growing, and will share some thoughts and fun as we work together for a healthy planet. Let me hear from you. Please be courteous when posting and enjoy the company of those who love their gardens as much as you do. Thanks for looking at our website and I am hoping you will spread the word about Inch By Inch Organic Gardens.

Sue

78 miles coming up today-rain in the forecast-some climbing-rest day on Friday I think! Lose track of days...Globe, AZG

Our comment is: they picked up a ghost driver.