Daily Archives: October 5, 2011

Aquaponics: A Field Trip to EVO Farm

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Christy

Aquaponics is a combination of hydroponics and aqua-culture. It is a closed-loop system that uses aquariums (or aquaria if we’re going to use proper Latin) of fish to produce the nutrient fertilizer
for plants to feed upon. The plants then grow in the water that is infused with fish droppings (and filtered for solids). It uses no soil. The water recycles back through the system to the fish and
the whole process starts all over again.

I paid a visit to EVO Farm, a local experimental site that combines yardsharing with aquaponics. …
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Ask Gardenerd: Starter Advice for Container Gardening

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Christy

I love when questions like this come from fresh gardenerds:

“I just stumbled on your website and am interested in gardening classes. I started gardening this spring by using pots and hanging pots. My veggies and herbs did extremely well. I put seedlings
in potting soil, watered occasionally, and voila! I’m an Ocean Park farmer! But now I’m excited and want to learn the basics. Can you provide me with upcoming class information and recommend an
introductory book?  Thanks, Bob Meepos”

Hi Bob,

I’m glad to …

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