Introduction
For each post I write, there are category keyword tabs at the top of the post (see above). Each of those words is a link to the category, and you can get to that category overview (to see all of the posts in that category) anytime, by clicking on any of those words. In this example that would be the word “Gardening” or “#Gardening” above.
I am working on writing summary posts for each category (like this one), so my readers will be able to see all of my posts written for some of the more popular categories on my blog, easily (at a glance). This is my first attempt at this, so feedback is welcome. Please let me know if these summary posts are helpful. Thank you!
And without further ado… my Gardening-related posts (each numbered line below is a link to a post with photos and more information, including – in most posts – XRF test results for the item discussed). Check back on this page for periodic new additions to each of these categories (as new posts are added to the blog).
Topic #1) General Gardening Posts
- Tamara’s tips for a Lead-safe urban lawn / yard / garden.
- Seedles wildflower seed-balls: Lead-free.
- Overview post on hoses.
- Tamara’s discount code for Lead Free Hoses.
Topic #2) Gardening Tools
Topic #3) Hoses & Hose Hardware
- Modern Black & Silver Hose Spray Nozzle: 26,900 ppm Lead.
- 2017 Walmart Brass Hose Nozzle: 39,500 ppm Lead.
- Vintage Hose Bibb Handle: 1,615 ppm Lead.
- Vintage Brass Hose Nozzle: 28,900 ppm Lead.
- Hose from California: 22,300 ppm Lead.
- Hose from Oregon: 741 ppm Lead
- 2017 Walmart Hose: 52 ppm Lead in green plastic.
- Lead-free Made in USA (Oregon actually!) hoses! (Discount Code).
- Purple Lead-free hose with stainless steel hardware (Made in USA)!
Topic #4) Soil Testing
As always, thank you for reading.
Thank you for being here, and thank you for sharing my posts!
Tamara Rubin
#LeadSafeMama
I can not see if you have found any lead free hose nozzles or wand sprayers.
Hi Tamara,
Thank you so much for your work! This is a great post; any tips for finding lead free ceramic pots?
My family and I live in the city and so I like to plant some cooking herbs in small planters that can sit in the kitchen. Any recommendations would be much appreciated, thank you again!
Hi!
Thank you for your work!
Have you ever tested green studded t-posts? From what I can find so far, they are coated with rust-resistant water-based baked enamel paint. I know lead was previously added to enamel paints but trying to determine if lead is still found in enamels today. Some sources say yes and others say no. Trying to determine if they are safe to use near our garden.
Thank you!