January 27, 2013

This little washtub has provided a daily supply of organically grown lettuce for me since the first week of December. In Houston, a planting like this can last through the entire winter. All I did was punch a few drainage holes in the bottom, filled it with soil, and sprinkled with a package of seeds. [...]
Read the full article →
August 27, 2011

Last month I visited The Ground Up – Houston’s new powerhouse in organic soils, compost and mulch. I first saw them at an OHBA event this spring. They’re marketing is fresh, vibrant and very hip. But most importantly, they’re committed to sustainability and producing quality products to serve the Houston area. That got my attention. [...]
Read the full article →