Standard shipping

The objectives of this manual are to introduce the world of bees, to understand how they function and to share good beekeeping practices.

Alain Péricard has developed a small apiary (35-40 hives) whose management is respected by his peers. He generously shares the fruits of his experience and knowledge to support anyone wishing to begin or improve their beekeeping skills. This new edition presents the latest advances in theoretical and technical knowledge and will teach you:

• the basics of bee biology and its interactions with the environment;
• the resources needed to install your beehives and choose your site wisely;
• the essential equipment and tools to accomplish the various tasks throughout the beekeeping season;
• how to identify, prevent and protect your beehives from diseases, parasites and predators, and how to maintain healthy colonies;
• the specific techniques for interventions concerning the queen and genetic selection;
• how to extract, use and process honey and other bee products;
• how to promote vigorous colonies at the end of the critical overwintering period.

Framing his approach within the necessary reconfiguration of our relationship with nature, the author further explains all that interacting with bees brings us, both collectively and individually, including their importance for the environment, food, and health, as well as our simple pleasure. Richly illustrated and written by an experienced beekeeper, this book has established itself since its first edition as an essential reference in ecological beekeeping in the French-speaking world.

Browse

—

Author: Alain Péricard
Preface: Pierre Rabhi
Illustration: Cécile Liénaux
Edition: Ecosociété
Dimensions: 22 x 22 cm (8.6 x 8.6 in)
Page: 360
Publication date: May 15, 2023
ISBN: 9782897198916

Élevez vos projets horticoles au niveau supérieur avec le terreau vivant pour la croissance ÉDAPHON.

Nous vous invitons à découvrir le terreau vivant tout usage pour la croissance, le repiquage et le rempotage ÉDAPHON, une innovation remarquable qui est prête à maximiser vos projets horticoles. Composé entièrement d’ingrédients naturels, notre terreau offre une base riche et fertile pour la croissance des plantes. Il est spécialement conçu pour répondre aux critères des professionnels exigeants.

Vous pouvez aussi passer une commande spéciale du big bag de 2095 L pour le faire livrer chez vous en écrivant à representant@ecoumene.com

Prêt à l'emploi
Tout ce qu’il vous faut, c’est de l’eau !
Tout est conçu pour vous permettre de cultiver vos plantes tel un professionnel.

Préparation du terreau
Commencez par humidifier uniformément le terreau dans un bac, assurant une consistance ni trop sèche ni trop mouillée. Sélectionnez ensuite un pot de taille supérieure, adapté à la croissance future de la plante.

Repiquage et rempotage
Effectuez le repiquage ou le rempotage des plantes selon leur stade de croissance. Commencez par une base de terreau dans le contenant, installez la plante délicatement, puis comblez avec du terreau autour des racines, en tassant doucement pour un meilleur enracinement.

Arrosage
Arrosez le terreau régulièrement, en adaptant la fréquence et la quantité d’eau aux besoins des plantes et à leurs stades de croissance.

Croissance
Placez les plantes dans un environnement favorisant leur croissance, en tenant compte des besoins spécifiques de chaque espèce.

Mise en garde
Le terreau tout usage pour la croissance ne convient pas pour la germination. La charge fertilisante est trop importante.

Composants 100 % naturels

Granulométrie : extra grossière
Rétention d'eau : moyenne
Capacité de drainage : élevée

Ce vaporisateur moustique deviendra sans aucun doute votre meilleur compagnon pour vos balades en forêt cet été!

Notre vaporisateur moustique, fabriqué à partir d’huiles essentielles naturellement répulsives pour les moustiques, diffuse une odeur d’eucalyptus citronné et de cèdre. Une alternative naturelle et surtout efficace pour profiter des grands espaces en toute sérénité.

A guide to identifying, preventing and ecologically controlling pests and diseases of vegetables.

The era of indiscriminately using chemical treatments in our vegetable gardens is over. Gardeners, more aware of the importance of maintaining the ecosystem, are seeking more ecological ways to minimize damage caused by pests and diseases.

Good air circulation accounts for 80% of successful sowing, particularly by preventing damping-off. Therefore, purchasing a fan isn't really an expense: by reducing losses and achieving better harvests, you'll recoup your investment in the first year!

• Floor models with stable and durable metal support
• Metal blades
• Chrome-plated protective mesh
• Engine permanently lubricated
• 3 speeds
• Wind Devil Pro 9" Fan: 13" high x 14" wide x 9" deep (32.5 cm x 35 cm x 22.5 cm)
• Wind Devil Pro 18" Fan: 22" high x 23" wide x 9" deep (55 cm x 57.5 cm x 22.5 cm)
• Industrial grade

Advantages of ventilation:

• Stems that are much more robust and less brittle.
• Acclimating to the outdoors is much easier and faster.
• More resistant plants that adapt better to external conditions with an almost zero mortality rate.
• Faster establishment in the vegetable garden for an earlier harvest.
• Ventilation during the early stages of development generally results in more productive plants.

When seedlings need to be transplanted into a larger pot before being planted in the garden, this kit comes to the rescue! You can also sow your seeds directly in it, especially when it comes to fast-growing species.

• Package includes a transport tray, 18 3.5-inch (7.5 cm) pots, growing advice and planting instructions.
• Durable and reusable transport tray.
• Ideal format for transplanting seedlings to be finished indoors before planting in the vegetable garden.
• Ideal for the hilling method of sowing plants that tolerate transplantation poorly or not at all.

This germination station allows for better control over climatic conditions. This enables you to produce healthier and more vigorous seedlings in your preferred potting mix or planting pellets.

The Jump Start germination station includes everything you need for successful seed starting:

• A waterproof (UL certified) 17-watt, 120-volt heating mat
• A 2-inch high clear plastic dome with an adjustable opening for ventilation and humidity control
• A waterproof tray measuring 11" x 22"
• A seedling insert with 72 cavities
• Cultivation instructions and advice.
• Consult the manufacturer's instructions.
• See the germination station

Medium-sized harvest bag. Worn around the waist, it's ideal for small vegetables: beans, snap peas, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, picnic peppers, etc. Use it in the greenhouse to carry your essentials while keeping your hands free.

The bag empties easily into a bin once the harvest is complete. It features an adjustable waist belt made with a 2-inch wide strap, similar to a car seatbelt. The nylon strap is durable and UV-resistant, allowing the bag to be left in the sun without any material degradation.

• 2-inch plastic fastener.
• Pocket on the front for storing pruning shears or an X-Acto knife.
• Dimensions : 10"L x 11.5"H x 7"D
• 2" belt : Longest: 55". Shortest: 20"
• Capacity: 13 Liters
• 100% cotton harvest bag
• 100% nylon belt
• Handmade in Quebec between harvests.

These compost trays offer a simple, practical, and eco-friendly solution to replace the plastic or peat pots traditionally used in plant production. Furthermore, they are certified organic by Ecocert Canada!

• For the ecological production of strong and healthy plants!
• Made with cow manure compost using a proprietary, environmentally friendly process.
• Trays of 6 cells measuring 3 in x 3 in (7.5 cm x 7.5 cm), easy to separate at the time of transplantation.
• Biodegradable material that nourishes the soil as it decomposes.
• Retains its rigidity and shape for approximately 12 weeks in a greenhouse.
• The nitrogen contained in cow manure promotes the natural decomposition of CowPots .
• Once in the ground, the CowPots gradually disappear before the end of the season.
• Porous texture that facilitates root infiltration.
• Better aeration at soil level for a denser and more vigorous root system.
• Ideal for the hilling method of sowing plants that tolerate transplantation poorly or not at all.
• Pack of 4, 10 or 30 trays of 6 cells each.
• Certified organic by EcoCert Canada.

Low-wattage compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) with integrated ballasts require little energy. They provide the full-spectrum light plants need to thrive. They are ideal for houseplants and for replacing 40 or 60W bulbs wherever daylight-like light is desired.

• Cool 6400K full spectrum light, comparable to daylight.
• Screw base bulb to replace classic 40-60W incandescent bulbs.
• Estimated lifespan of 10,000 h (13 and 26W) and 8,000 h (52W).
• Luminous output of 900 (13 W), 1700 (26 W) or 3380 (52 W) lumens.
• No assembly required.
• Available individually or in a pack of 4 lamps
• Manufacturer's specifications

This extract is composed of 100% North Atlantic kelp (Ascophyllum nodosum) . This species is considered the best seaweed in the world for agricultural applications. This seaweed extract benefits plants at all stages of their development and promotes rapid growth.

• Soluble powder rich in readily available nutrients.
• Excellent source of potassium (NPK 0-0-17).
• It can be used as a surface application on the ground, but gains effectiveness when diluted and sprayed on the foliage.
• Stimulates soil biology and benefits plants at all stages of growth.
• Available in 300g and 1.2kg sizes
• Approved for use in organic farming by Ecocert Canada

For more information, consult the Gaia Green product guide.

Soaker hoses allow for efficient watering with maximum water usage. They are installed on or below the soil surface for minimal water loss through evaporation.

• Easy connection to the garden hose.
• Ideal for hedges, flower or shrub borders and vegetable gardens.
• Efficient watering with a minimum of water.
• Do not water the foliage, which reduces the risk of foliar diseases caused by excess moisture.
• Available in 25 ft (7.62 m) and 50 ft (15.24 m) lengths.

Méthode pour cultiver mieux et récolter plus

Le nouveau livre de l’Académie Potagère est enfin disponible !

Le potager abondant est un guide clair et concret pour penser votre potager autrement et obtenir des résultats stables, saison après saison.

Une méthode issue du terrain, pensée pour le jardin

Un potager, ce n’est pas seulement une suite de tâches à accomplir. C’est un espace vivant et nourricier qui peut évoluer et s’améliorer avec le temps.

Que vous débutiez ou que vous jardiniez depuis des années, il est possible de faire plus simple, de mieux comprendre ce qui se passe au jardin et de récolter davantage, sans y consacrer tout votre temps libre.

Le potager abondant est né de cette envie : rendre le jardinage plus satisfaisant et plus nourricier pour tous et toutes!

Fidèle à notre démarche, il ne propose pas une accumulation de trucs sans liens entre eux. Plutôt, il pose les bases d’une méthode claire qui permet de comprendre les priorités au potager, d'éviter les essais-erreurs et de récolter davantage, plus simplement.

SunBlaster 48″ SBH LED grow light, 48W, 6400K color temperature. Prismatic lens for uniform light diffusion. High intensity (HO) model. Ideal for controlled environment growth lighting. Low energy consumption, easy installation in a pendant or on a stand.

Technical specifications:

• Power: 48 watts
• Color temperature: 6400 Kelvin
• Luminous flux: 6,700 lumens
• Diffusion angle: 90° thanks to the prismatic lens
• Dimensions:
  • Length: 48.9 inches (124.2 cm)
  • Width: 2.9 inches (7.4 cm)
  • Height: 1.7 inches (4.3 cm)
• Estimated lifespan: 50,000 hours
• Input voltage: 110+ volts
• Certification: cETLus

Ginseng, elderberry, hemlock, wintergreen, wild garlic, bee balm, poplar, milkweed, sumac… In the untouched forest stands and marshes of the province abounds an unknown therapeutic panacea: the native wild plant world.

Living with the Land is a three-volume gardener's handbook in a beautiful slipcase, comprising 1,048 pages, 2,000 illustrations, and 100 chapters. This exceptional manual is for anyone, amateur or professional, who wants to create a natural and productive farm or garden.

Climate change is accelerating, biodiversity is collapsing, our model of civilization is faltering… Isn’t it time to invent together a new way of inhabiting the Earth, letting ourselves be inspired by nature?

At the Bec Hellouin Organic Farm, Perrine and Charles Hervé-Gruyer and their team strive to meet human needs while caring for all forms of life. They practice ecoculture, a new form of agriculture that mimics natural ecosystems. Scientific research has validated the results of this approach, which, thanks to simple and effective hand tools, allows them to produce vegetables and fruits of excellent taste and nutritional quality, with yields that can be ten times greater, per unit area, than those of mechanized organic farming. This abundant production is accompanied by a rapid increase in soil fertility. A micro-farm designed according to the Bec Hellouin approach constitutes a carbon sink and an oasis of biodiversity.

More than any other book to date, this practical manual covers a wide range of topics: growing vegetables and fruits, forest gardens, small-scale livestock farming, cereal crops, tools, and the design of a micro-farm in all its aspects. It is intended for anyone, amateur or professional, who wants to create a natural and productive farm or garden. It will guide beginners through their first steps and support experienced professionals for years to come.

This exceptional book proposes a way of life in harmony with the earth. It allows everyone to take concrete action for the world of tomorrow.

The organic farm of Bec Hellouin , in Normandy, has become an international reference in permaculture and ecoculture!

You can read an excerpt by clicking here: Excerpt from Living with the Earth.

—

Authors: Charles and Perrine Hervé-Gruyer
Publisher: Actes Sud
Dimensions: 24 x 32 cm (9.5 x 13 in)
Page: 1048
Publication date: May 2019
ISBN: 9782330119478

Follow Buzz the honeybee on an unforgettable journey, discovering all the secrets of this animated and buzzing world…

Buzz! Did you know that bees love to dance? Or that they have an incredible sense of smell? Discover stories of bees from all over the world, learn how they are born, how they build their nests, and why they are so important to us all.

—

Author: Butterfield, Moira
Preface by: Benoît Thévard
Edition: Broquet - Canadian book
Non-fiction children's book
Publication date: April 12, 2022 (Canada)
Hardcover
Language: French
Pages: 48
ISBN: 9782896547043

Here is an invitation to discover the joys of gardening: nothing is more wonderful than seeing the vegetables and flowers that you yourself have planted grow!

With this digital soil thermometer, you can quickly determine if the ideal soil temperature for sowing or transplanting has been reached. By sowing and transplanting at the right time, plant growth is significantly improved, and so are the harvests!

• Easy-to-read digital temperature display (in °F only)
• Designed specifically to take soil temperature
• For a quick reading, insert the robust stainless steel probe into the ground to a depth of 5 to 7.5 cm (2 to 3 in)
• Guidelines on recommended sowing and transplanting temperatures for the most popular vegetable species.
• Automatically switches off after 3 minutes to prolong battery life.
• Batteries included
• Consult the manufacturer's instructions and information.