Mike’s Plant Farm 4850 North Ridge Road Perry, Ohio 44081 These two nut cases have been driving me crazy ever since they found out that this is a presidential election year. They want to run for president! Together. On the equine ticket. At first I paid them no attention, then the other night I saw… Click here to read more…
We are Giving Away a Free Backyard Growers Membership.
We will begin accepting new members on April 1st, but only for a few days, so mark your calendar! You Can Learn All about Our Members Area Here. One person is going to win a Permanent Membership to Our Private Backyard Growers Business Center. This is a $497.00 value. Members routinely pay $497.00 or more… Click here to read more…
EXPOSED: The Secret Life of Roots
Growing roots from sticks has always been fascinating for me and is pretty much what I try to teach everyone! Boring? Never! Check out this video about how amazing roots actually are! source: voice of america
She’s Getting Sued By Her Neighbor For Having Backyard Chickens
The woman who sued her neighbor over her backyard chickens and garden says she doesn’t hate chickens, doesn’t hate gardens and doesn’t hate her neighbors. Lynn Perry says she just loves her home and her neighborhood — and wants to protect its integrity. How would you feel if you were in their shoes? Read the… Click here to read more…
Stuffed Squash and Zucchini Blossoms Recipe
If you started your garden back in May, then I am sure that you, like me, are beginning to harvest your squash and zucchini. I found this very unique recipe for actually stuffing and frying the blossoms themselves! Take a look:
Strawberry Growers Are Forced to Use Ozone Killing Pesticides
Farmers have been using methyl bromide since 1961, but in 1990 the Montreal Protocol mandated farmers to stop by 2005 because of its ozone destroying ways. Several government exemptions allowed farmers to continue using the fumigant, but these will all expire at the end of 2016. That sounds like a good thing — that farmers… Click here to read more…
Backyard Nursery Success Story
When Mike McGroarty of rural Perry, Ohio said to his wife; “From now on, all of our plants are $4.97. We’re selling everything at that price.” he had no way of knowing how that decision would change his life and lives around the world. At the time, McGroarty was just growing some plants in his… Click here to read more…
390-Year-Old Bonsai Tree Survived An Atomic Bomb
This 390 year old Japanese White Pine was donated to the National Arboretum in Northeast Washington for the Arboretum’s National Bonsai and Penjing Museum. Think about it! This tree has survived since the 16th century and also survived an atomic bomb! The bonsai tree’s history is being honored this week, as Thursday marks the 70th… Click here to read more…
Don’t Touch This Plant… You Could Go Blind!
Giant Hogweed is a phototoxic plant. Its sap can cause phytophotodermatitis (severe skin inflammations) when the skin is exposed to sunlight or to ultraviolet rays. Initially, the skin colors red and starts itching. Then blisters form as it burns within 48 hours. They form black or purplish scars that can last several years. Hospitalization may… Click here to read more…
What is the Backyard Growers Business Center?????
Hi, Sharon here. I am Mike’s assistant and also an administrator on the Backyard Growers Business Center forums. I thought I would share this dialogue with you to give you an idea about what goes on there. Thanks everyone! July 28, 2015 12:59 am Sarah12417 Member Members Forum Posts: 5 Member Since: June 27, 2015… Click here to read more…