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Welcome to Gardening with Kirk Soil & Seeds: explore the beauty and simplicity of growing your own food, herbs, and plants, by planting organically. This blog was created to share practical gardening knowledge in an approachable way. Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, my aim is to make each post useful, friendly, and easy to follow.

Here you’ll find a variety of topics, from basic planting techniques and soil preparation, pruning, grafting, air layering, natural remedies, and home-grown wellness. Gardening is not just about what we grow, but how we connect with nature and care for ourselves and those around us. It’s not a race or a trend. It’s a personal rhythm, built slowly and intentionally. that rolls along with the cycles of life.

I write from my own experience, using simple tools, common sense, and the lessons that come from trial and error. The tips and guides I share are based on what works for me and what I’ve learned along the way. You’ll also find links to my other platforms. YouTube, WordPress, and even my Facebook spaces, where I share videos, stories, and ongoing insights into the growing journey. I invite you to explore these pages and maybe discover something new about your own garden or space. Whether your soil is rich or rocky, your containers full or empty, there’s always room to learn, plant, and grow.             Buy me a coffee: on this site, you can also become a member to share your interests and ideas.                Facebook link:                                                                                                                                                Youtube Link:                                                                                                                                                Wordpress.com                                                                   

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Jamaica: Discovering it's exquisite destinations, beautiful landscapes.

Fishing calendar

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  In June , the Fish Moon calendar retains its significance in both tropical and winter climate countries, offering invaluable guidance for fishermen. In tropical regions, such as Jamaica, the Cayman Islands, and Barbados. It accurately forecasts optimal fishing periods amidst varying weather patterns, ensuring fruitful catches vital for sustenance and livelihoods. Similarly, in winter climates transitioning to warmer seasons, the calendar's precision remains evident, guiding anglers to strategic times when fish activity surges despite residual chill. Its reliability fosters trust within fishing communities, promoting sustainable practices and consistent yields. The Fish Moon calendar's accuracy enhances productivity, aligning fishing efforts harmoniously with natural cycles of sea and ocean currents, which are affected by the moon. Video link: https://youtu.be/SnLo_eG1qPs?si=yqf0kv7Vhz-RXrI4                          ...
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Air Layering and Grafting Tips

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  Air Layering and Grafting: A Full Introduction.  Air layering is a graceful form of propagation, the art of helping plants reproduce by encouraging new growth from existing stems or branches. It’s not about cutting away and hoping; it’s about working with the natural rhythms already present. Propagation, in this sense, means multiplying plants by inspiring roots to form while the branch is still attached to its source, ensuring strength and nourishment throughout the process. This technique pairs beautifully with lunar gardening. When the moon begins to wane and its light diminishes, sap flow within the plant slows, drawing energy inward toward the roots. It’s in these quiet phases, when growth is internal and reflective, that air layering thrives. No need for grafting visuals or step-by-step diagrams here. This method, although simple, resonates with the intuitive gardener who listens to cycles. Fruit trees, shrubs, and many woody plants respond well when you sync the layer...
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Jamaica: Discovering its exquisite destinations, beautiful landscapes.

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Jamaica is a paradise not only for sun-seekers but also for bird lovers.                                                                                                                                              With its lush rainforests, misty mountains, and sprawling wetlands, the island is home to over 300 species of birds, including more than two dozen endemics, meaning you won’t find them anywhere else in the world. Whether you're a birder on a dedicated mission or a nature enthusiast simply admiring the vibrant flurry of feathers, Jamaica’s avian treasures are nothing short of spectacular. The Endemic Wonders of Jamaica Jamaica’s ...
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