The Mindful Blog — Fertilizer

As the summer is in full gear, it's time to start thinking about your fall garden. For those in Zone 7B, now is the perfect time to get ahead on your garden prep to ensure a bountiful harvest come autumn. Here are our go-to tips to help you prepare your garden beds for the fall season. 1. Start Transplanting and Seeding Fall gardening can require a bit of foresight. For those who have already started seeds, its time to start transplanting them to maximize growth before the first frost. Additionally, be sure to start sowing seeds for your fall vegetables. Cool-weather crops like broccoli, kale,...

The true game-changer lies in nourishing your soil. This week, we're shining the spotlight on Feather Meal—a slow-releasing, all-natural fertilizer that your garden is going to love. What Is Feather Meal? Feather meal is made from hydrolyzed, dried, and ground poultry feathers. These feathers are primarily made of keratin, a fibrous protein that is rich in nitrogen. Feather meal is perfect for heavy feeders and long-season crops. Some great heavy feeder & long-season crops are: -Peppers-Squash-Eggplant-Tomatos-And more!   Why Use Feather Meal & How to Apply It Unlike quick-release synthetic fertilizers, feather meal offers a slow, steady supply of nitrogen...

Healthy soil is the foundation of a thriving garden, and as a friend to Mindful Farmer, you already know that organic is the way to go. But are you familiar with the incredible benefits of worm castings? What is Worm Castings? Worm castings are the end-product of a specialized composting process called vermicomposting. Earthworms break down organic waste into a nutrient-rich compost teeming with beneficial microorganisms and micronutrients. These castings are not just waste; they're black gold for your garden! Pretty cool, right?   How it benefits the soil The organic matter and beneficial microbes in worm castings stimulate plant...