Embark on a journey to cultivate fresh, delicious produce straight from the comfort of your backyard. The Deep Roots Project (DRP) champions a harmonious blend of gardening that nourishes both the soul and the ecosystem. Revel in the tranquility and health benefits derived from gardening amidst nature, knowing the origins of your food, and contributing positively to your community.

Free worm castings if you share a story

If you are already a member of our gardening community please share your comments, stories about how DRP regenerative food growing method worked for you, your friends and your family. Please also include photos of your garden if available. As a thank you, we will give you a free bag of worm castings fertilizer. Food gardeners at any level of experience are welcome join Deep Roots community of learners and teachers. Send stories, comments and questions to support[at]deep-roots-project.org. Call or text 708-655-5299.

Our innovative food gardening method is easier and saves time

Bountiful and economical: At DRP, we're passionate about empowering  you with our innovative organic "regenerative" gardening techniques. These methods are not only enjoyable but also ensure a bountiful, economical, and successful harvest right from the start.  

Practical guidance: From raised beds and optimal soil mixtures to  efficient watering systems, pest control, and plant selection, we provide  practical guidance every step of the way. Dive deeper into our philosophy  and techniques by exploring our blog on "Grow Your Own Food" and  "Transformational Gardening Basics."

Maximize harvest in limited space: Our focus extends to maximizing  food production in limited spaces and prolonging the growing season from  early spring to late fall. For seasoned gardeners, we recommend  rejuvenating your soil with our top-quality compost to replenish essential  nutrients and microbes.

Pioneering Climate Solutions Through Gardening

Regenerative gardens and farms: The global food system significantly  impacts climate change, accounting for roughly 30% of worldwide  greenhouse gas emissions. Traditional agricultural and gardening practices  contribute to this challenge through the use of synthetic chemicals and  disruptive soil techniques like tilling that wrecks the invisible soil structures  created by soil microbes. Regenerative gardening and farming on a large  scale is a solution to not only mitigate, but reverse these effects by  “drawing down” carbon into the soil. Our regenerative gardening method  is based on regenerative farming science and practices.

Nurture the soil’s living ecosystem: The essence of our method lies in  promoting soil health, which is crucial for both climate resilience and  gardening success. Our approach nurtures the soil's living community,  from earthworms to beneficial microorganisms, effectively turning it into a  carbon sink. This process, supported by the natural synergy of  photosynthesis, not only feeds a diverse ecosystem but also plays a vital  role in combating climate change.

Help us build a movement: Join us at the Deep Roots Project in leading  the way towards sustainable gardening practices that benefit the planet. Together, we can cultivate thriving gardens that serve as beacons for environmental stewardship and climate solutions.

“Grow Your Own Food” blog posts

See the full list of our Grow Your Own Food blog posts. Each post is assigned ”tags” which are under the post title. If you need a quick answer to a gardening question give us a call or send a text to our customer support team – support[at]deep-roots-project.org AND 708-655-5299.

Deep Roots online store

See our online store for details about prices, ordering and delivery of raised beds, planter boxes, microbe-rich compost, worm castings, leaf mulch and more. We don’t sell traditional soil, since we use 100% compost as our growing medium. Our online store has 2 sections – (1) raised beds and planter boxes and (2) compost, worm castings, fertilizer.

Please contact our customer support team before placing an order online so we can assist you with the details and answer your gardening questions. You can pay by credit card in the store or by check.

(708) 655-5299 and support[at]deep-roots-project.org

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Donations help us provide organic kitchen gardening education to individuals, organizations, and entire communities. Thank you in advance for contributing to our community and for sharing our website and blog with friends and family.