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If you have a pond on your property, you know how important it is to keep it healthy and well-maintained. A well-maintained pond not only adds to the beauty of your property but also creates a healthy environment for the fish and other aquatic life living in it. So, it won't just benefit you! In this blog post, the professionals at Elzy Milling will discuss some simple steps for maintaining your pond to ensure it stays in great condition no matter what. Inspect and Clean Your Pond Regularly The first step in maintaining your pond is also the most obvious. You must regularly inspect and clean your pond. At least once a month. Make sure to check for any signs of damage, such as cracks or leaks, and make repairs as necessary. If they are too much for you to handle, you can always call in a professional, like us at Elzy Milling ! Our program will have your pond looking as good as new. Clean out any debris that has accumulated in the pond, including leaves, twigs, and any other detritu...

  With the Summer months coming up soon, you need to be able to keep your garden in check. With Elzy Milling's great services and products, your garden will blossom beautifully! There are several great reasons why you should care for your garden, from increasing your curb appeal to making sure that insects don't bother you. So, continue reading in order to learn tips and tricks from the professionals at Elzy Milling! Preparing Your Garden for Summer Before you do anything with your garden, make sure it is fully ready for the new crops. Clean Out Old Plants & Debris A lot can build up in your garden over the winter. Debris, old plants, and more can wind up hurting your garden. So, it is imperative to get rid of anything that is still in your garden, so your new plants can grow to their fullest!  Prepare The Soil There are many steps in making sure that your soil is the best it can be. First, you can choose to test your soil with a kit, making sure to take note of your pH le...

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...

Cucumbers make for an excellent addition to any spring garden. We can't express enough how excited we are for spring 2022! Gardening is a great activity we can't wait to get back to; It reduces stress, promotes Vitamin D intake, increases serotonin, and overall is a great hobby to share with friends and family. Gardening also influences what we eat, and if you've never cultivated your own garden, you might be wondering what kinds of veggies you can plant that will improve your diet. We're here to share our favorite ones:  Arugula and mixed lettuces Arugula, romaine, and other lettuce plants will provide the base foundation for all the salads you could put together with your other veggies! Since greens don't do so well in heat, they're much easier to plant in the spring in comparison to those hot summer months. In general, it's advised to harvest after at least 30 days.  Cucumbers Although cucumbers won't be the best option for early spring, they're s...

  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 ...

Elzy Milling & Trade LTD. in Bellville, Ohio It's January, and all of us at Elzy Milling & Trade are still adjusting after the last couple of holiday months filled with comatose turkey, relaxation, and family and friends. Even so, January can be a slow month for some, and it can be easy to forget about important responsibilities, like checking in on your livestock to make sure that they’re happy and healthy. As farming production slows down this winter, it’s a good time to stock up on equipment. Here are a few things you’ll want to remember:  Your animals will have a difficult time maintaining body temperature during the winter months, even with wooly coats and furry pelts. Keeping them full and fed helps reduce this issue. Cows, for example, will typically ingest more hay during the winter, so you’ll want to have plenty of protein at the ready! Check out our feed solutions at 25 E Ogle St. in downtown Bellville. If we don’t have what you need, we can create custom orders t...

           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 ...