If you’re like most people, you probably think of cacti when you hear the word “succulent.” However, succulent plants come in all shapes and sizes, and there is much more to them than just prickly plants that thrive in the desert. In this blog post, we will discuss everything you need to know about succulent … Read more
Gardening is all about making you happy. We get it! And the best thing about gardening is that no one can tell you what to do in your own backyard, but we still want to share some trends with you for inspiration. Here are our top three trends in garden design: Intentionality – Considering how … Read more
Seeds are planted, watered, washed with sunlight, charged with electrons during a thunder and lightning storm and nurtured to maturity. We as humans absolutely depend on this process. But so do the pollinators. Those hard-working players in this ecological balancing act are active in our gardens 24/7. Birds, bees, butterflies, moths, bats, beetles, ants and … Read more
A calm day can turn rough fast. An itch flares. Your stomach feels tight. Night comes and sleep will not. The good news sits close. Relief grows in your garden and waits in your kitchen. We can make simple cups, gentle compresses, and soothing steams in minutes. In other words, you already have what you … Read more
You cannot use the same fertilizer for growing crops in soil to grow hydroponic gardens. The reason is because soil will interact with the fertilizer in a much different way than water without soil. Therefore, a different fertilizer must be employed for hydroponic nutrients. Then there are the arguments that chicken manure makes the best … Read more
Gardens add beauty to any home. It does not matter if a garden is large or just a pocket garden around the corner, it still provides an aesthetic advantage. A garden adds color to surroundings and brings in fresh air to your home as well. However, if you have a medium to large sized garden … Read more
From teacups to oil drums, there is nothing you can’t use as an outdoor plant container. Your choice of plants, your decorative style, your budget, and your creative imagination will all influence your plant container choices. However, there are several things to consider before you start adding plants to your outdoor pots. Very small containers … Read more
The neem tree (Azadirachta indica) is an incredibly versatile plant with many uses. In India it is known as “the village pharmacy”–over 75% of Ayurvedic remedies contain some form of neem!–and lately the tree has also been called “the world’s most researched tree.” But even though neem has been used traditionally for several thousand years … Read more
A sore throat can sneak up on any of us. It starts with a scratch. Then the burn grows when we swallow or talk. The good news is simple and close. Relief lives in your kitchen and your garden. Warm cups. Gentle gargles. Soothing steams. In other words, we can calm that ache with everyday … Read more
Heartburn is a common, but extremely uncomfortable, affliction that millions of people suffer from. If you often feel an uncomfortable burning sensation after you eat, or if you feel queasy and discomfort in your stomach after a meal, you may be suffering from heartburn or acid reflux. Finding natural ways to get rid of heartburn … Read more