George O'Connor
A retired farmer now living in the suburbs, George brings decades of experience in crop rotation and soil health to his new vegetable patch.
How can I speed up my composting process with accelerators?
I'm really excited about my new vegetable patch in the suburbs! After years of farming, I've finally started composting kitchen scraps and yard waste....
Are certain compost accelerators better for specific materials?
As someone who's spent decades farming, I've always believed in the importance of using the right materials for composting. In my suburban garden, I h...
What's the ideal C:N ratio when using compost accelerators?
With my farming background, I understand the importance of maintaining balance in soil health, but I’m still learning the ins and outs of composting i...
Is it necessary to sterilize cactus mix soil before planting?
With my background in farming, I always believed in maintaining soil health, but I’m now venturing into growing cacti and I’ve heard a lot about the i...
Do coir pots break down over time, and how does it affect my plants?
I'm trying to figure out the longevity of coir pots in my indoor garden. With my background as a retired farmer, I've always appreciated the importanc...
How do coir pots impact moisture retention in my indoor plants?
I'm curious about how coir pots handle moisture for my indoor plants. I live in a suburban area, and my garden setup consists of a small greenhouse wh...
What size coir pots are best for larger indoor plants?
I’m looking to upsize some of my larger indoor plants and I’m considering switching to coir pots. Currently, I have a few medium-sized houseplants tha...
What’s the ideal pH level for cactus mix soil?
As I dive into growing cacti, I find myself reflecting on the importance of soil pH, something I’ve dealt with extensively in my farming years. I’ve p...
How do I transition my plants from plastic pots to coir pots?
I’m considering making the switch from plastic pots to coir pots for my indoor plants, but I’m unsure about the best way to do it. My garden has a mix...
Can cactus mix soil be reused, and how should I do it?
I'm looking into sustainability practices in my garden, even with my cacti. I understand that the cactus mix soil I purchase can be a bit of a one-tim...
How can I ensure optimal drainage in my cactus mix soil?
I'm living in the suburbs now and have a small vegetable patch where I've recently started growing a few cacti. I always thought I had a good handle o...
What nutrients should I add to cactus mix soil for healthy growth?
As a retired farmer, I always believed in the right balance of nutrients for any plant, including cacti. I recently got a few different types of cacti...
Can I use coir pots with organic fertilizers effectively?
I’ve recently transitioned to using organic fertilizers in my vegetable patch, and I'm wondering how well they interact with coir pots. My garden cons...
What’s the best way to rotate cosmos flowers in my garden?
Having spent years on the farm, I'm familiar with crop rotation principles, but this is my first time trying cosmos in my suburban garden! I'm concern...
When is the best time to plant cosmos flowers in the suburbs?
I’m planning my garden for this season and want to make sure I'm timing my cosmos flower planting just right. I’ve been gardening for a while, but I’m...
How can I improve soil health for my cosmos flowers?
I'm really excited about growing cosmos flowers in my suburban vegetable patch! I've been gardening for years and know a thing or two about soil healt...
Should I deadhead my cosmos flowers or leave them alone?
I'm having a great time growing cosmos flowers, but I'm a bit torn on whether I should be deadheading them or just letting them be. I absolutely love ...