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Published on December 8, 2023
By Lindsay Seaman
As winter approaches, gardening enthusiasts can still keep their gardens thriving with a range of practical and eco-friendly DIY solutions. This month, focus on protecting raised garden beds, creating simple worm composters, using natural fertilizers, and adopting efficient watering techniques.
**Raised Garden Beds**
To shield your plants from harsh winter weather and pests, consider installing cover systems on your raised beds. Modular metal frame covers offer a secure fit and provide extra height for plant growth. Another low-cost, organic method is mulching with cardboard topped by wood chips, which suppresses weeds and improves soil. For a more creative touch, upcycle plastic bottles and use them as mini cloches to protect individual plants.
**Composters**
A DIY worm composter is an excellent, space-efficient option for producing high-quality compost. Suitable for small spaces or urban gardeners, you can make one cheaply (under $5) using basic materials and a drill. The Jora JK270 Composter, with a capacity of 9.5 Cubic Feet, is another composting system to consider. Worm castings from these composters provide rich nutrients beneficial for plant growth. A Stainless Steel Compost Keeper can also serve as a compost storage solution.
**Fertilizers**
Compost from worm bins or decomposed cover crops acts as an organic fertilizer that enriches soil naturally. For winter months, incorporating cover crops improves soil organic matter, reducing the need for chemical fertilizers. Corn Gluten Organic Fertilizer, an 8-0-0 - 40 lbs product, is another natural option to consider.
**Gardening Tools and Supplies**
Drip irrigation systems combined with rain sensors are highly recommended to maintain water efficiency and reduce maintenance efforts during winter watering needs. When it comes to garden decor and microclimates, get creative with materials like terra cotta pots, coconut shells, pinecones, and even milk cartons. These can be used to build whimsical garden decor or functional structures such as fairy houses or small greenhouses.
**Additional Garden-Related Products**
The Natural Cedar L-Shaped Raised Garden Beds offer a stylish and durable solution for your garden. The VegTrug Raised Garden Planter - Natural Wood is another garden-related product to consider. For those seeking a premium watering solution, the A Premium Drinking Water Safe Garden Hose - Slim 7/16" is a suitable choice. Lastly, Wildflower Farms Eco-Lawn Grass Seed - 5 lb provides a natural solution for maintaining a lush lawn during the colder season.
By implementing these strategies, you can ensure your garden remains productive and healthy throughout the colder season. Happy gardening!
- Embrace organic gardening by constructing a DIY worm composter as a space-efficient solution for producing rich nutrients, or opt for the Jora JK270 Composter to build a more substantial composting system.
- Enhance your home and lifestyle by incorporating eco-friendly garden activities into family time; create garden decor using materials like terra cotta pots, coconut shells, and pinecones to enhance microclimates and encourage creativity.
