Mark Moynier, DDS, a general dentist, performs extractions, restorations, root canals, and other clinical work at BrightNow! Dental in Thornton, Colorado. Outside of work, Dr. Mark Moynier enjoys a variety of hobbies, including organic gardening.
Organic gardening means that nothing chemical or synthetic is used to deter weeds or pests. Rather, only animal- and vegetable-based pesticides and fertilizers are used. Below are several common myths associated with organic gardening:
- It’s expensive. When buying organic produce from the store, the cost is higher than traditional produce. This leads many to believe that organic gardening is also more expensive. In reality, organic gardening is often cheaper than conventional gardening since it focuses on reusing items or relying on homemade materials. Further, natural fertilizers usually cost the same as synthetic ones.
- It takes a lot of time. Aside from some research about the most effective way to deal with pests, weeds, or other common gardening issues, organic gardening is just as time-consuming as traditional gardening. Over time, organic gardens actually become more efficient since they require less attention and care once the environment is returned to a more natural state.
- It produces smaller yields. Proponents of conventional farming claim that organic farming inevitably produces smaller yields. However, research has shown that organic farms and gardens are capable of generating near-identical yields relative to conventional product. Organic gardens also outperform other gardens in periods of drought since organic soil retains water better.
Organic gardening means that nothing chemical or synthetic is used to deter weeds or pests. Rather, only animal- and vegetable-based pesticides and fertilizers are used. Below are several common myths associated with organic gardening:
- It’s expensive. When buying organic produce from the store, the cost is higher than traditional produce. This leads many to believe that organic gardening is also more expensive. In reality, organic gardening is often cheaper than conventional gardening since it focuses on reusing items or relying on homemade materials. Further, natural fertilizers usually cost the same as synthetic ones.
- It takes a lot of time. Aside from some research about the most effective way to deal with pests, weeds, or other common gardening issues, organic gardening is just as time-consuming as traditional gardening. Over time, organic gardens actually become more efficient since they require less attention and care once the environment is returned to a more natural state.
- It produces smaller yields. Proponents of conventional farming claim that organic farming inevitably produces smaller yields. However, research has shown that organic farms and gardens are capable of generating near-identical yields relative to conventional product. Organic gardens also outperform other gardens in periods of drought since organic soil retains water better.
