Organic growing is relatively simple but very labour intensive.

Each spring we prune and weed each plant.  This takes over 3 months.  Next we apply home-made compost.  Finally, we spread a heavy sawdust mulch around each plant.  This keeps weeds down and preserves moisture in the root zone.  Drip irrigation waters our plants through the summer heat. 

As we observe the thrilling activity of our essential bees in springtime, protective ladybugs in summer, and soil-building worms throughout the year, it is satisfying to know that we are providing them with a healthy, natural working environment.