Bluestem Gardening

March 15, 2025

12 Minutes
Soil Management

Simple Soil Carbon Testing That Actually Works for Home Gardeners

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Transform your garden into a climate-fighting powerhouse by measuring the carbon stored in your <a href="https://bluestem.ca/soil-management/build-carbon-rich-soil-that-fights-climate-change-while-growing-better-plants/">carbon-rich soil</a>. Grab a garden trowel and collect soil samples from multiple locations, digging 6-8 inches deep to capture...
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11 Minutes
Pest Management

Natural Pest Control That Actually Works (Using Items From Your Kitchen)

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Transform your garden into a pest-free sanctuary using powerful <a href="https://bluestem.ca/pest-management/gardeners-guide-7-eco-friendly-pesticides-that-actually-work/">eco-friendly pest control methods</a> hiding in your kitchen cabinets. Sprinkle fresh coffee grounds around plant bases to repel slugs, snails, and cats while enriching...
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