We believe that gardening is much more than a recreational hobby. It even has a spiritual, environmental, and biblical background. Consider these quotes and ponder the implications. One that has always impressed me is the fact, that gardening is so fundamental and basic, it is found on the 2nd page of the Bible.   God planted the first garden -

GENESIS 2:8

How old is that ?!

And THEN he placed man into the garden to dress it and keep it. GENESIS 2:15   That's how early this came about and how important it is.

If we are the keepers of God's garden, then we need to do a better job of it.

6 years ago, everyone was concerned with the millennium and what would happen.

45 years ago everyone was concerned with the atomic bomb and underground shelters were everything. Every time the economy goes south, many families are caught in a bind for adequate food. Of course in bad times, the government steps in and gives money and food to help out as well as family and all the religious and humanitarian organizations.

But just think if those in need could grow their own and not be dependent on government aid or others to carry them through. What dignity and pride would come with self-sufficiency and control of your own destiny !

Many religions stress preparedness and self-sufficiency in troubled times.

We think that Square Foot Gardening can be a great part of all of those concerns. It is simple, easy, fits in a small space, produces big results, and costs little. It can be sitting there ready, or better yet, if you practice it now, then you'll be more prepared for the future and whatever it brings.    Mel Bartholomew   SFG

SQUARE FOOT GARDENING

THE MOST PRACTICAL PREPAREDNESS GARDEN

During a time of crisis, when we may be living on what we can produce, it will be important that gardening have the features of Square Foot Gardening:

•  Easy to understand. Does not require extensive training or years of experience
Anything to make gardening easier or simpler should be done. This is especially true for beginners, but even experienced gardeners will benefit from easier methods.

•  Requires much less effort; No Heavy Digging, No Tilling, Very Little Weeding
There will be much to do. Having LESS to do in the garden will really help!

•  5 times more productive than conventional gardening
Few families have enough land to be self-sustaining. Therefore, high production in a small space is needed. The Square Foot Gardening method is at least 5 times more productive in the same amount of space as conventional row gardening.

•  Uses much less water - Each plant is given just enough
Water may not be flowing from the tap, and may even have to be carried long distances by hand. Using a minimum amount of water will be important.

•  Uses fewer seeds. No seed goes to waste
Seeds may not be easily available. None will go to waste through over-sowing.

•  Is not dependant on fertilizers. Your own compost provides the nutrients
Commercial fertilizer may not be available. Compost is renewable and sustainable.

•  Does not require a tiller or other expensive tools
Gasoline to run a tiller may not be available, nor may other garden tools.

•  Can be done anywhere - Soil is not an issue
Traditional gardening usually takes several years to “condition” the soil. Square Foot Gardening uses an easily prepared soil mixture that replaces “bad soil”, providing excellent results immediately.

As an essential part your preparedness program:

Learn and practice Square Foot Gardening - begin today

During a time of need, many people will be digging up their lawns to plant gardens, only to become frustrated with the results. Please don't be one of them - PREPARE NOW