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Why You Should Go Organic: Garden with Elzy!

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Organic gardening has many benefits; explore them below! Although Elzy isn't an exclusively organic supplier, we support those looking for organic fertilizers, solutions, and seeds when starting their garden! Although organic gardening is more time-consuming than traditional farming, you may find that the pros far outweigh the cons. Here's why so many are switching to organic materials: Natural Ingredients You may not be an expert, but you probably know that natural almost always means better. Whenever synthetic ingredients enter the mix, there's usually cause for concern. For example, synthetics found in fertilizer can cause water pollution and toxicity. Organic pesticides can reduce disease risk, and organic fertilizers hold nutrients better than traditional fertilizers. Environmentally-Friendly Organic solutions are environmentally-friendly because they promote plant growth directly from the soil. Better ingredients mean more nutrients, which also means th...

Stock up for Spring with Elzy Milling & Trade LTD.

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  Elzy Milling & Trade is a locally-owned home & farm business in Bellville, Ohio.  It's February, and March is just around the corner. We can almost see the flowers blooming and hear the birds chirping. If you're as excited as we are, we have good news for you! We have all you need to get a jumpstart on your outdoor decor, gardening plans, pond maintenance, and more! We think these supplies might interest you while you prepare for Spring:  Bird Supply If you want to attract those springtime birdies to your yard, it comes down to the right feed. We carry only the "Grade A" quality of seeds and offer both proprietary mixes and individual seeds either by the pound or in bulk. We also carry birdhouses, habitats, suet cakes, and more for your hummingbirds, bluebirds, woodpeckers, and other bird species.  Gardening Equipment and Seed We're your one-stop-shop for all things garden! We have a variety of different fertilizers, chemicals, and seed mixes so you can ...

Garden Care for the Summer

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           We are in the throes of summer and our gardens are starting to show it, looking overgrown and faded. At Elzy Milling and Trade Ltd., we try to help our customers as much as possible no matter what the question or project is. Here are some tips we hope will help you keep your garden looking fresh and rejuvenated all summer long, while also protecting it from the heat and sun of the season.          One of the best things you can do for your garden in the middle of a sweltering summer is to keep your soil moist. This will help protects the roots of your plants from the heat and provide your plants with the moisture they need. Watering your garden in the morning before the sun has finished rising is the best time of day. Your plants will have the moisture they need throughout the day, and they won't get too hot.      The next thing you can do to protect your garden is to utilize mulch. This not only ...