Growing... made easy Summer 2016 | Page 14

Gardening In 2016, the choices for earth friendly products are better than ever, making it easier to garden a more natural way. PLANT FOOD Natural based fertilizers can be water soluble or granular. Greenland carries a comprehensive line of organic lawn foods, tree, shrub and vegetable foods made by Turf Revolution and Earth Safe. Kelp - This all-natural plant food is a Greenland staff favourite. Derived from the sea with essential minerals and nutrients, kelp is easily applied by mixing it into your watering can. Kelp is also believed to help prevent fungal diseases when applied as a foliar spray. Roses ‘n Bloom - This natural plant food increases the production of flowers and vegetables, plus promotes plant vigor and improves plant health. Simply till into the top couple of inches of soil in flowerbeds and gardens three times throughout the season. Grassy Gold 9-0-0 - This all-natural fertilizer uses the highest quality of corn gluten available. It encourages green growth in lawns and gardens, plus helps deter weed seeds from germinating. Just remember, as corn gluten affects seed germination it should not be applied if you plan on overseeding your lawn this season. WEED CONTROL In the lawn, Scotts Ecosense weed control uses iron as the acting ingredient to kill weeds.